Who doesn’t love some good old holiday traditions for celebrating the holiday season? I know I do!   But here’s the thing: The holiday season has evolved into the season of unsustainability. In fact, the numbers are shocking on just how unsustainable.   While there are many aspects of the holiday season that are deteriorating our health and the planet, in this episode of Fatal Conveniences™ we will highlight three of the biggest holiday traditions destroying our planet.    Links mentioned:  FC: Artificial Christmas Trees:  https://darinolien.com/artificial-christmas-trees-fatal-conveniences/   FC: Holiday Wrapping Paper: https://darinolien.com/wrapping-paper-fatal-conveniences/  FC: Holiday Decorations: https://darinolien.com/holiday-decorations-fatal-conveniences/    Find more from Darin: Website: https://darinolien.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darinolien/ Book: https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book/ Down to Earth: https://darinolien.com/down-to-earth/  

What These 3 Holiday Staples are Doing to You + the Planet

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Have you jumped on the barefoot shoe trend yet? For those who have and for those who haven’t, there are some important things you need to know about the world of modern day shoes vs. going barefoot and both’s impact on our health. From ancient civilizations to modern-day trends - the shoes we put on our feet are drastically different.  That’s why in this bonus episode of the Darin Olien show, I’ll peel back the layers, exploring the science behind barefoot shoes, their potential benefits, and their effect on our overall well-being. We’ll also dive into why foot health is more important than you think, the big issues with modern-day shoes, and the best solutions for going barefoot.  Don’t forget… You can order now by heading to https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book or order now on Amazon.   Thank you to our sponsors: Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off    Find more from Darin: Website: https://darinolien.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Darinolien/ Book: https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book/ Down to Earth: https://darinolien.com/down-to-earth/    Use code OLIEN20 for a Viome discount   Candiani Denim: https://www.candianidenim.com/    References:   Goel, S. (2024). The Shoes You Wear Everyday Are Destroying Your Feet — Read This To Restore Your Foot  Health. Retrieved from Medium.  Gray, A. (2017). A strong base: the importance of foot health. Retrieved from The Pharmaceutical Journal Rodríguez-Sanz, D., Barbeito-Fernández, D., Losa-Iglesias, M. E., Saleta-Canosa, J. L., López-López, D., Tovaruela Carrión, N., & Becerro-de-Bengoa-Vallejo, R.. (2018). Foot health and quality of life among university students:  cross-sectional study. Sao Paulo Medical Journal, 136(2), 123–128.  Stolt, M., Suhonen, R., Puukka, P., Viitanen, M., Voutilainen, P., & Leino-Kilpi, H. (2012). Foot health and self-care  activities of older people in home care. Journal of Clinical Nursing, 21(21-22), 3082- 3095.  Tweney, D. (2000). Your Shoes Are Killing Your Feet. Retrieved from Wired    

Q&A: Is Going Barefoot Better for You?

Do you blindly assume that big brand companies have your back when it comes to testing the safety of their products? You shouldn't. Your health depends on it.    In the latest episode of The Darin Olien Show, I sit down with Leah Segedie from Mamavation, as we take a skeptical look at major companies, even those marketing themselves as clean and organic. We answer questions about whether they are truly prioritizing consumer well-being. Leah argues that profit motive often takes precedence over proper safety testing and responsible practices. We discuss greenwashing and deceptive "natural" claims that are misleading marketing tactics to prey on consumer trust. We go over the fact that companies need to be more transparent and held accountable for creating safe products, putting people before profits. Overall, we urge listeners to think critically, dig deeper when evaluating "organic" claims, and use their purchasing power to support companies that are honest and responsible. We advocate for consumers to take charge of their health by demanding better from brands  Leah Segedie helps women make safer consumer choices for their families. She’s a consumer watchdog, author, activist, community organizer, & strategist. Leah founded award-winning consumer activist website Mamavation.com and the leading eco-friendly influencer conference,  ShiftCon Social Media Conference. She also wrote Green Enough: Eat Better, Live Cleaner, Be Happier (All Without Driving Your Family Crazy!) to democratize scientific findings and help families make safer & greener product choices.     What we discuss…   Leah’s start in safer choices due to family    You can’t assume products are safe   Some manufacturers are just naive    Surprising places you’ll find toxic materials    The only way to change is for the entire industry to come together   Sperm health is down 50% in virility because of phthalates   Creating a better world    The most toxic bathroom item   Led in Stanley cups   What Leah’s most concerned about      …and more!   Don’t forget:   You can order now by heading to darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book or order now on Amazon.   Thank you to our sponsors: Manna Vitality: Go to www.mannavitality.com and use code DARIN12 at checkout for 12% off. Vivo Barefoot: Get 15% off your first Vivobarefoot order with DARINV15 at www.vivobarefoot.com Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off   Find more from Darin: Website: https://darinolien.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Darinolien/ Book: https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book/ Down to Earth: https://darinolien.com/down-to-earth/   Find more from Leah Segedie: Website: https://www.mamavation.com/  Book: https://www.mamavation.com/green-enough  Instagram: @mamavation  

Demanding Better: How Consumers Can Push for Safer Products with Leah Segedie of Mamavation.

Today I am giving you all of the information you need to know about the powerful supplement, Shilajit.    I answer questions like, “Does Shilajit live up to its reputation?”, “What does science say about it?”, and “What are the benefits of supplementing with Shilajit?” I separate fact from fiction in this bonus episode, so whether you’re a seasoned health pro or someone just curious about health trends, you’ll have evidence-based facts forming your decisions.    Don’t forget… You can order now by heading to https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book or order now on Amazon.   Thank you to our sponsors: Vivo Barefoot: Get 15% off your first Vivobarefoot order with DARINV15 at www.vivobarefoot.com   Find more from Darin: Website: https://darinolien.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Darinolien/ Book: https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book/ Down to Earth: https://darinolien.com/down-to-earth/    Use code OLIEN20 for a Viome discount   Candiani Denim: https://www.candianidenim.com/    Studies:  Cognitive disorders associated with aging, and cognitive stimulation - (Source).  Helps block the build up of tau protein (Source).  Supports Bone mineral density, specifically in postmenopausal women by reducing bone loss, oxidative stress and inflammation (Source).  Increased total testosterone, free testosterone and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEAS) compared with placebo (Source).  Increased sperm counts and more than 12% had increased sperm motility (Source).  Decreases in cholesterol levels and triglycerides in the shilajit group compared to the placebo group. (Source).  Reduced liver damage associated with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) (Source).

Q&A: Shilajit: The Ancient Ayurvedic Treasure Backed by Modern Science

Did you know that a healthy anti-inflammatory diet can benefit various organs throughout your body? From your heart and lungs to your brain, the right nutrition can slow down the aging process and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.   In the latest episode of The Darin Olien Show, I sit down with the author of How Not To Die and How Not To Age, Michael Greger. We discuss this nation’s major inflammation and age related disease issues and how they come from an ultra processed food diet. We go over how to boost our body’s natural cellular recycling process with simple lifestyle changes.    In our discussion, we emphasize the importance of evidence based research and how companies and consumers should make some modern day lifestyle changes. With simple changes, we could drastically reduce age related diseases. Our conversation dives into misconceptions with aging as well as the healing power of natural foods.    Michael Greger, M.D., is a physician and internationally recognized speaker on nutrition. His science-based nonprofit, NutritionFacts.org, offers a free online portal hosting more than 2,000 videos and articles on myriad health topics. Dr. Greger is a sought-after lecturer and has presented at the Conference on World Affairs and the World Bank, testified before Congress, and was invited as an expert witness in Oprah Winfrey’s defense in the infamous “meat defamation” trial. A graduate of Cornell University School of Agriculture and Tufts University School of Medicine, Dr. Greger is also an acclaimed author. How Not to Die, The How Not to Die Cookbook, How Not to Diet, and How Not to Age became instant New York Times Best Sellers. More than a million copies of How Not to Die have been sold. All proceeds Dr. Greger receives from the sales of his books and speaking honoraria are donated directly to charity.   What we discuss…   (02:14) How not to age  (5:45) Slowing aging has health benefits across the board (9:00) Modern day changes that can help (11:34) Diet increases longevity based on blue zone studies  (14:15) The perspective we should have  (20:00) The changes needed are very basic - something is better than nothing (22:00) The best kept secret in medicine  (26:00) How to boost the aging pathways (35:47) The power of natural foods vs medicine  (43:00) Misconceptions about aging  (47:00) Demand evidence!  (52:00) Three things to get rid of (55:10) Beneficial supplements    …and more!   Don’t forget:   You can order now by heading to darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book or order now on Amazon.   Thank you to our sponsors: Bite: Go to trybite.com/DARIN20 or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your first order. Vivo Barefoot: Get 15% off your first Vivobarefoot order with DARINV15 at www.vivobarefoot.com Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off Fatty15: You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/DARIN and using code DARIN at checkout.  Find more from Darin: Website: https://darinolien.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Darinolien/  Book: https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book/  Down to Earth: https://darinolien.com/down-to-earth/   Find more from Michael Greger: Website: https://nutritionfacts.org/ Instagram: @nutrition_facts_org  How Not To Age:  https://nutritionfacts.org/book/how-not-to-age/  How Not To Die: https://nutritionfacts.org/book/how-not-to-die/   

How to Slow Aging with Simple Lifestyle Changes with Michael Greger, author of How Not To Die

Today I am answering all of your questions about olive oil and how to increase testosterone naturally - for both men and women.    I dive into best practices for olives, olive oil, and bottling. I tell you how to know what to buy and what to look for when consuming olive oil. A favorite free resource is consumerlabs.com when looking for safe products. You’ll learn the major benefits olive oil has, and even how best to consume it. I discuss organization certifications to look for when buying EVOO. I also dive into how to raise testosterone naturally, and why you shouldn’t go for HRT first. There is a lot we can do to benefit our hormones before considering injecting them straight into the body.    Don’t forget… You can order now by heading to https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book or order now on Amazon.   Find more from Darin: Website: https://darinolien.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Darinolien/ Book: https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book/ Down to Earth: https://darinolien.com/down-to-earth/    Use code OLIEN20 for a Viome discount Candiani Denim: https://www.candianidenim.com/     Resources:  Beachbody Ultimate Reset Clinical Study

What These 3 Holiday Staples are Doing to You + the Planet

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