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182: Andrea Wool on How to Exercise Autoimmune Disease Aug 27, 2018

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If you have any type of autoimmune disease, today’s episode is just for you. Andrea Wool is a personal trainer, a nutritional therapy practitioner, and the founder and CEO of Autoimmune Strong, an online fitness program designed specifically for those of us living with autoimmune disease, fibromyalgia, or chronic pain. This mom of two boys struggled …

182: Why You Need to Exercise Differently If You Have Autoimmune Disease (& How) With Autoimmune Strong Aug 27, 2018

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This mom of two boys struggled multiple autoimmune disorders for years. Through her program Autoimmune Strong, she’s now helping women all over the globe exercise properly and live their best lives with an autoimmune disorder.

Episode Highlights With Autoimmune Strong

How Andrea’s life & body changed after childbirth
Why traditional fitness routines can hurt instead of help if you have autoimmune disease
How Andrea took her life back even after diagnosis of Hashimoto’s, celiac, and fibromyalgia
How to exercise while driving, washing dishes, or doing other ordinary things
Exercise intolerance: what it is and why the fitness community doesn’t talk about it enough
Andrea’s take on whether or not cardio is good for you
Top fitness mistakes (and best practices) for managing an autoimmune disorder

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Andrea’s Autoimmune Strong program
Foam roller (or a natural cork version)
How to make your own foam roller
The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown

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181: Marilee Nelson on How to Find Truly Natural & Non-Toxic Products Aug 23, 2018

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I don’t often do two-part podcasts, but Marilee Nelson of Branch Basics has such an incredible story and so many tips for moms who have kids with health struggles. In the first part of the interview (check it out here if you missed it), Marilee shared her son’s struggle with chemical overexposure and all of …

180: Marilee Nelson on How Hidden Elements in Your Home Affect Mood & Health Aug 20, 2018

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If you’ve ever wondered if your efforts to make a more natural home environment are worth it, this episode should convince you! Marilee Nelson is an expert on chemical sensitivity and the founder of The House Doctors, a consulting firm dedicated to cleaner, more natural homes. Due to her long struggle to heal own son’s chemical sensitivities, …

179: Rowena Gates on Understanding DNA Damage & How to Reverse Aug 16, 2018

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Rowena Gates is a principal and vice president of the Eng3 Corporation, a life science technology company addressing health, wellness, and performance. She’s also a serial entrepreneur which is so inspiring to me personally. Prior to joining Eng3, she spent six years as the founder and CEO of Aviarc, a company that provided Internet-based solutions for international …

178: Dr. Amy Munro on How EMF Kill Switches Can Protect Our Children Aug 13, 2018

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I seem to specialize in being passionate about controversial topics, and my guest today is right there with me. Dr. Amy Munro is a pediatrician with over 30 years of experience and she’s been following the research on EMFs and how they affect the body for decades. Hiding under a rock isn’t an option last I …

177: Dr. Al Danenberg on Why Most Dental Health Information Is Wrong Aug 09, 2018

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I cannot wait to share today’s guest with you! Dr. Alvin Danenberg is a periodontist who has been treating patients with gum disease for over 44 years. He incorporates aspects of nutrition and lifestyle change as part of his cutting-edge laser protocol which treats periodontal disease. And we’re gonna delve into that today. In 2015, …

176: Heather Chauvin on Mom Guilt, Ending Tantrums, & Mindful Discipline Aug 06, 2018

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Ever been stressed out as a parent? Maybe you’re the mom who has it all together and stays calm all the time, but I’m not and that is precisely why I invited today’s guest, Heather Chauvin from the “Mom Is in Control” Podcast. Many call her the next generation’s thought leader in parenting and women’s …

175: Andrew Pace on Creating Non-Toxic Homes Through Green Design Center Jul 30, 2018

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There are so many decisions to make when it comes to choosing materials for home building and renovation: color, design, durability, and of course cost. But do we also need to consider whether or not the materials we put in our homes are toxic? Today’s guest Andrew Pace says yes! As a building materials expert he’s …

174: Yarone Goren on How to Save Money & Get Better Healthcare With SteadyMD Jul 26, 2018

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Today I am here with Yarone Goren who is helping pioneer the future of healthcare. If he has his way, the days of waiting in the doctor’s office (and waiting… and waiting…) should soon be over. Yarone cofounded SteadyMD to give people an on-demand and personalized healthcare option for quality primary care completely online. With SteadyMD …

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