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Episode 303: Unschooling with Matt Beaudreau Aug 01, 2022

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“We all say we would die for our children--but would you LIVE for your children?” Matt Beaudreau really got us thinking with that one…and so much more solid gold he delivers in this episode. As the founder of Acton Academy, a school that utilizes the Socratic method, Matt might just be one of our very favorite podcast guests to date! Tune in to hear us pick his brain on intentional parenting, instilling personal responsibility, and raising free range kids while avoiding the dangerous traps of conveyor belt schooling!

In this episode, we interview Matt on where education has gone wrong, the difference between systemic schooling and real education, and how to unschool our kids. Learn how he started a school based on self-direction and asking questions that completely bucks the norm of education in this country and be inspired to make shifts in your parenting to support character development and independence.

More About Matt Beaudreau:

As a Keynote Speaker, Consultant, and Coach to organizations around the world, Matt has a reputation as a provocative thought leader in educational and personal development practices. He is a two-time featured TEDx speaker and he was named Corporate Trainer of the Year at Stanford University, having spoken to over 250,000 people across the world.

In 2017, Matt Beaudreau Founded Acton Academy Placer; a school that utilizes the Socratic method, with an emphasis on self-direction and cultivating confident, independent young people with a strong sense of character and personal responsibility. He has since helped to open multiple campuses around the world.

Pulling from his experience in the Acton model, in January of 2021, Matt co-founded Apogee Strong with Tim Kennedy, a mentorship program designed for young men from 12 to 22 to take on challenges presented by men who have come before them, in order to learn to lead. It is a right of passage through mentorship, action, and self-discovery so that young men can become true leaders.

His podcast, The Essential 11, is also geared towards emerging leaders, garnering advice from the world's leaders in business, sports, music and entertainment.

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Where did education go wrong?
What is the difference between between systemic schooling and real education?
How can we instill personal responsibility in our kids?
- Let Grow
- Raising Free Range Kids
The Socratic Method
How to reignite creativity?
- The Hero’s Journey
Intentional Parenting
Embracing Masculinity
The Beaudreau Family Rules
Where to Learn More

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This episode is sponsored by Nutrisense, providing Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) that provide you with real-time glucose data and an easy to use phone app that helps you combine and visualize your glucose data with all of your daily activities as well as personalized recommendations on how to improve your health. Use the code ALIMILLERRD at nutrisense.io/alimillerrd

Episode 302: Kids Skin from Cradle Cap and Eczema to Rashes and Sunburn Jul 25, 2022

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Is your baby’s baby-soft skin suddenly not so baby-soft? Dealing with eczema or cradle cap for the littles or rashes and irritable skin for older kids? Want to know what we use on our children’s skin and how we deal with bumps, bites, sunburns and more? Tune in to hear us discuss kids skin health and how you can support your child’s skin from the inside out!

In this episode, we dive into common skin health concerns from infants through pre-teens. Learn when to dig deeper into microbiome imbalance, how to support your child’s skin barrier, and what you can do on a supplemental, diet and topical level for common issues. Plus we cover what to keep on hand for insect bites and stings, sunburn and rashes, as well as Noah and Stella’s skincare routines.

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Episode 300 All about Kids Digestion
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Getting Bone Broth in During Summer
Cradle Cap
Eczema
Keratosis Pilaris
Rashes and Hives
Bug Bites
- Bug Bite Stick
- Inflammazyme
Sunburn
Favorite Skin Products for Kids
Stella’s Supplement Regimen

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This episode is sponsored by FOND Bone Broth Tonics, Your Sous Chef in a Jar. FOND is slow simmered and lovingly tended from simmer to seal. They partner with organic farms and hand-pick and pair ingredients to optimize absorption and taste. Use code ALIMILLERRD to save at fondbonebroth.com.

Episode 301: Can Cured Meat be Healthy with Anthony and Kaz Pedonesi of The Salumeria Jul 18, 2022

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Can cured meat, more specifically salami, possibly be healthy? What should you look for when selecting cured meat? How often can you eat it? Tune in to hear us answer these questions and more in this interview with Anthony and Kazmira Pedonesi of The Salumeria.

The Salumeria provides the most nutritious pork based protein in the form of salumi. Their hogs are peacefully grazing on a 250-acre pasture in Rockdale, Texas. In this episode, you will learn how Anthony has carried on a family tradition while shifting to regenerative farming practices and creating a cured meat product that you can safely eat every day! From the diet of their hogs, to the swiss chard used in curing, to the attention to detail in all their recipes, this family business story will inspire you and leave your mouth watering!

More about The Salumeria:

Anthony comes from a long line of salumi makers, originating in Rome, Italy. His family bartered and traded for other goods with their salumi. After many hard years in IT and finance, Anthony and Kazmira decided to take the leap into the family business as their son Declan was eager to learn the ropes.

Whether it was a young Anthony making salami with his father on the picnic table with a hand crank meat grinder, or a young Gerardo butchering a goat with his uncle for a festive occasion. The Salumeria was born inside of its founders at a young age. Traditions and recipes passed down for generations have inspired us.

The experience as children seeded a romantic idea of sharing this craft, but it was having our own families that solidified the need to build a salumeria. Taking what we had learned and turning it into a passion for our children has become the greatest adventure of our lives.

We don’t measure success by how many pounds of salumi leave the curing chamber, but rather how much joy we observe in our children as the meat cures. The Salumeria has become synonymous with la famiglia, and we are happy to invite your family to be a part of ours.

Also in this episode:

The Salumeria Story
Sourcing and Quality
- Break Up with Bacon?
- Bacon in the Oven (Plus Bacon Health Benefits and Myths)
The Journey from Pasture to Plate
The Science of Curing
Favorite Salumeria Products
- Saluminis
- Cure Box Subscription
- The Salumeria
- Adagio Salumi - Look for Adagio at Central Market in Texas!
- Use Code ALIMILLERRD for 15% off first order

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Episode 300: All about Kids Digestion Jul 11, 2022

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Is your child dealing with digestive issues? Want to know how to treat common concerns like constipation, diarrhea or belly aches naturally? Curious what digestion has to do with bedwetting? Tune in to hear us cover all things kids and digestion, from resolving infant colic to easing tummy aches to more serious conditions like FPIES and beyond.

In this episode, Ali and Becki drill down on common digestive issues starting from birth through preteen and teenage years. Learn what to have in your farmacy for occasional constipation complaints, foodborne illness, and even those nasty gut bugs like norovirus. Plus get insight into how to supplement kids for ongoing digestive resilience and a proactive approach to support their digestion as they grow!

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Episode 286 Digestive Health Q&A
Belly Aches and Colic
GERD in Kids
Constipation
Bedwetting
- Nocturnal enuresis and allergy
Diarrhea
FPIES

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Episode 299: Vascular Health: Raynaud’s, Varicose Veins, Blood Clots and More! Jul 05, 2022

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What exactly is the vascular system? What are the causes and risk factors for vascular disease? Are there natural approaches to prevent blood clots, atherosclerosis, and vein issues? Tune in to hear us answer these questions and more as we take a deep dive into the vascular system.

The vascular system, also known as the circulatory system, is made up of vessels that carry blood and lymph throughout the body. This includes our arteries, veins, and capillaries. Vascular disease can range from life threatening conditions like, atherosclerosis, aneurysm and blood clots to less severe issues such as varicose and spider veins, Raynaud’s syndrome and more. Learn about natural ways including diet, lifestyle, and supplementation to prevent these issues and keep your vascular system healthy and thriving.

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What is the Vascular System?
Episode 298 Moving Your Lymph
Causes of Vascular Disease & Risk Factors
Episode 283 Heart health updates: a functional medicine approach
Aneurysm
Atherosclerosis
Blood Clots
Varicose Veins
- Adaptogen Boost
- Relax and Regulate
- BroccoDetox
- GabaCalm
- Santa Cruz Medicinals CBD Cream - use code ALIMILLERRD
- Bilberry
- Horse Chestnut
- Butcher’s Broom
- Cypress Essential Oil
  - Rutin
  - Bio-C Plus
Raynaud’s Syndrome
- Sunlighten Sauna use code ALIMILLERRD
- Stress Busting Steamer Recipe
- EPA DHA Extra
- B Complex
- Arginine 2-3g/day
- Adaptogen Boost

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Episode 298: Moving Your Lymph Jun 27, 2022

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What exactly is the lymphatic system? What effect does it have on disease process? How do you stimulate your lymph? We answer all these questions and more in this deep dive episode all about the lymphatic system.

In this episode, we discuss the function of the lymphatic system, location of lymph nodes in the body, and how you can optimize lymphatic function. Whether dealing with arthritis, skin conditions, or chronic fatigue, or just seeing stagnant detox function with fluid retention, this episode will give you the tools you need to move that lymph! From dry brushing and gua sha, to castor oil packs and best movement approach, you’ll learn how to stimulate detox and prevent disease. Plus we cover best supplements and a food as medicine to supporting your lymphatic system.

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What is the lymphatic system?
Where are lymph nodes located?
Conditions associated with stagnant lymph
How to stimulate the lymphatic system
Castor Oil Packs
- Wool Flannel for Castor Oil Packs
- Organic Cold Pressed Castor Oil
Supplements for Lymphatic Support
Food as Medicine for Lymphatic Support
- Turmeric
- Green Tea
- Ginger
- Cranberries
- Leafy Greens
- Chia Seeds
- Avocados
- Garlic
- Parsley
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Grassfed Whey

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Episode 297: B Vitamins for Energy, Mood, & Metabolism Jun 20, 2022

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Could you be B-Vitamin deficient? Curious about the different B family vitamins and what they do in the body? Want to know more about assessment for deficiency and supplementation? Tune in to hear a deep dive on B vitamins, from what they are and what they do in the body, how to get them in the diet, and when to consider supplementation.

In this episode, we cover the 8 different B Vitamins and walk through each one, from symptoms of deficiency, to function in the body, to best food sources. B vitamins are often burned out under stress, alcohol consumption, and with gut malabsorption as well as dysbiosis. Learn about how B-Vitamin status is impacted by methylation, how to assess deficiency, and even why your B Complex might turn your pee yellow!

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What Do B Vitamins Do?
- CardioMetabolic Panel
How High Dose Biotin Can Affect Your Thyroid
- Thyroid Panel
Drivers of B Vitamin Deficiency
The Importance of Methylation
Testing for MTHFR
- Genetic SNP Panel
Should I Worry About High Serum B-12?
Assessing B Vitamin Deficiency
- Micronutrient Panel
- Episode 261 Micronutrient Testing and Our Personal Results
Concerns for B6 Toxicity
B Vitamins and Immune Health
- NAD+ in COVID-19 and viral infections: Trends in Immunology
Why is My Pee Bright Yellow?
Supplementing With B Vitamins
- B Complex
Food as Medicine Sources of B Vitamins
- Force of Nature Meat

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This episode is sponsored by KetoCon! I am so excited to share that I will be speaking at/attending KetoCon Austin on July 8 - 10 this summer! KetoCon is an annual event held at the Palmer Event Center in Austin, TX. It is the largest event in the U.S. focused solely on the science and stories of living a ketogenic diet and lifestyle. It will feature over 50 speakers who are a combination of medical professionals, researchers, bloggers, technology developers, fitness experts and every day people who have used the ketogenic diet and lifestyle to improve their health. For discounted tickets, go to ketocon.org and click on the GET TICKETS button and use the discount code: nourished10 at checkout and receive a 10% discount code on 3-Day General Admission passes.

Episode 296: Carnitine, Weight Loss, Heart Health, and Mitochondrial Energy Powerhouse Jun 14, 2022

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Are you dealing with muscle weakness or fatigue? Struggling to lose weight? Looking to improve endurance and athletic performance? Tune in to learn all about carnitine, a truly unsung hero for weight loss, cardiovascular health, exercise performance, and even male infertility!

In this episode, we discuss the symptoms of carnitine deficiency and review a myriad of research on the health benefits of carnitine. From improving exercise endurance to enhancing mood to boosting brain function, this nutrient is so much more than a weight loss quick fix! We dig into its applications as a cardiovascular disease treatment adjunct, potential therapeutic for Type 2 Diabetes, and even some promising research on Alzheimers. Learn about food sources of carnitine, why vegans and vegetarians are at increased risk of deficiency, and why carnitine should be your go to for enhancing keto outcomes over exogenous ketones!

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What is Carnitine?
Who is at Risk of Carnitine Deficiency
Symptoms of Deficiency
Research Supported Benefits of Carnitine
Carnitine Increases Endurance
- The effects of acute L-carnitine supplementation on endurance performance of athletes
- Effect of L-carnitine supplementation on endurance exercise in normobaric/normoxic and hypobaric/hypoxic conditions
Carnitine Enhances Weight Loss & Fat Burn
Carnitine Prevents Muscle Damage
- The effect of two-week L-carnitine supplementation on exercise -induced oxidative stress and muscle damage
Carnitine Boosts Brain Function
- L-Carnitine treatment reduces severity of physical and mental fatigue and increases cognitive functions in centenarians: a randomized and controlled clinical trial
- Double-blind, placebo controlled study of acetyl-l-carnitine in patients with Alzheimer's dementia
Carnitine Regulates Blood Sugar & Has Application in Type 2 Diabetes
- L-carnitine improves glucose disposal in type 2 diabetic patients
- Caloric restriction and L-carnitine administration improves insulin sensitivity in patients with impaired glucose metabolism
Carnitine May Be Useful as an Adjunct in Cardiovascular Disease
Carnitine Improves Peripheral Neuropathy
Carnitine Improves Depression Symptoms Comparable to Medication
- Acetyl-L-Carnitine Supplementation and the Treatment of Depressive Symptoms: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
- Comparative Safety of Pharmacologic Treatments for Persistent Depressive Disorder: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis
Carnitine Supports Sperm Quality, Concentration and Motility
Best Food Sources of Carnitine
- Simple Bolognese
- Mini Meatloaves with Liver and Bacon
Carnitine Supplementation
- Boost and Burn
- Effects of l-carnitine supplementation on weight loss and body composition: A systematic review and meta-analysis of 37 randomized controlled clinical trials with dose-response analysis

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Episode 295: Diet vs. Exercise Jun 06, 2022

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When it comes to weight loss, is diet or exercise more important? Is the often discussed 80/20 rule true? What about calories in, calories out? Tune in to hear us discuss the science behind the exercise vs. diet debate, whether your FitBit is accurately capturing calorie burn, and how to support sustainable weight loss!

All too often, we see clients go hard on exercise and let diet fall by the wayside, or overeat to compensate for the calories they “earned”. In this episode, we unpack the myths behind exercise for weight loss and discuss the issues with the “calories in, calories out” philosophy. Learn how keto can support sustainable fat loss, reduction of cravings, and can enhance the benefits of your workout. Plus we discuss the benefits of exercise and how much and how hard the research shows you need to exercise.

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Is the 80/20 rule true?
Why energy expenditure with exercise is not as dynamic as you may think
- Physical activity, total and regional obesity: dose-response considerations
Why Calories in, Calories out is BS
- Predicting adult weight change in the real world: a systematic review and meta-analysis accounting for compensatory changes in energy intake or expenditure
Why Macros Matter
- Episode 99: Keto as Medicine
Benefits of Keto
Muscle Sparing & Fat Burning Effect
Reduction of Cravings
Benefits of Exercise & Finding Balance
- Episode 66 Over-Exercising
The Role of Leptin
- Episode 146 Keto as a Hormetic Stressor and All About Leptin

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Episode 294: Preconception, Pregnancy, Birth and Fitness with Dr. Lindsey Mathews Cantu of BIRTHFIT May 30, 2022

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Are you curious about preparing for pregnancy or birth? Want to know if you can still lift heavy or keep up your normal fitness routine? According to Dr. Lindsey Mathews Cantu, CEO and founder of BIRTHFIT, birth is the most athletic event of your life! Learn about preparing mentally, emotionally and physically for pregnancy and birth and how the conventional approach to fitness during pregnancy is all wrong.

In this episode, we interview Lindsey about everything from mindset and following your intuition to heart rate variability and beyond. We cover the state of birth in America and how the medicalization of birth can increase the risk of interventions and complications. Plus we discuss medical freedom, home birth, working out at any stage from preconception through postpartum and beyond.

More about Dr. Lindsey Mathews Cantu:

Lindsey is a doctor of chiropractic, birth doula, NLP practitioner, strength and conditioning coach, and Mercier Therapist. Lindsey started BIRTHFIT in 2013 as a blog with a deep desire to support and educate women in their menstrual cycles, movement and fitness and training, biohacking and nourishment, and throughout the motherhood transition.

Lindsey is the CEO and Founder of BIRTHFIT and co-founder and chiropractor at Willow Haus in New Braunfels, TX.

BIRTHFIT provides holistic, general strength and conditioning for women in all seasons and cycles of their lives, including preconception, pregnancy, and healing postpartum.

Willow Haus is a nervous system chiropractic and wellness practice in New Braunfels, TX serving intentional living people and families throughout the Texas Hill Country.

Lindsey and her husband Lance currently call Wimberley, TX home.

Lindsey’s core values are LOVE, GROWTH, FREEDOM, and CONNECTION.

Also in this episode:

Lindsey’s Story
How to Prepare for Birth
Fever Myths and Bone Broth Popsicles
Episode 171 Movement as Medicine with Dr. Deb Kern
The Importance of Breath
Heart Rate Variability
Following Your Intuition
Exercise Modifications for Pregnancy
Birth in America
- Ali’s C Section
- The Business of Being Born
Where to Find Dr. Lindsey
- Birthfit.com
- Instagram: @lindsey_m_cantu
- Willow Haus

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