41. Dr. Halie Schoff on the Truth About Minerals, Mindful Eating, and the Toxic Side of Wellness Culture

Why does food in Italy make you feel amazing, but eating out in the U.S. leaves you bloated and tired? And how do wellness experts stay grounded when social media turns toxic? In this episode of Moms Unbothered, we sit down with Dr. Halie Schoff, a chiropractor, clinical nutritionist, and founder of Sunna Wellness Elixirs, for an honest and hilarious conversation about food, minerals, mindfulness, and the real side of being online.Dr. Halie opens up about her recent trip to Italy and what it taught her about slowing down, savoring meals, and why European food feels so much better. She shares her insights on the difference in food quality between the U.S. and Europe, the role of soil health and mineral depletion, and why most of us need to supplement even if we eat whole foods.The conversation then shifts into a deeper, unfiltered look at toxic wellness culture and internet criticism—from trolls who nitpick every “non-toxic” choice to the pressure on creators to be perfect. Haley, Jordan, and Mary Kate discuss the importance of nuance, compassion, and doing the best you can without falling into all-or-nothing thinking.Tune in to hear:The truth about why food feels better in Europe vs. the U.S.How mindful eating and slower living improve digestion and satiationWhy you still need minerals even with a healthy dietDealing with negativity and judgment in the wellness spaceThe difference between chiropractors and medical doctors (and why it matters)The problem with “purity culture” in health and wellnessHow Haley created Sunna Wellness Elixirs and her mission behind itBalancing entrepreneurship, wellness, and authenticity onlineTimestamps:[00:02:13] Italy trip highlights & slower pace of life[00:03:23] Why Italian food feels better than American food[00:04:28] Mindful eating, smaller portions, and digestion[00:05:33] Soil quality, nutrient density, and food sourcing differences[00:07:18] Why supplements + minerals still matter in modern life[00:09:03] Minerals for moms & kids — sensory issues, development, energy[00:10:08] Home filtration, RO water, and internet criticism[00:11:58] Online wellness culture + internet trolls[00:14:03] Perfectionism vs. “doing your best” in health[00:16:18] Dr. Halie’s chiropractic + nutrition journey[00:19:28] Starting a practice in COVID & navigating personal loss[00:22:33] Social media friendships + community in holistic wellness[00:24:48] Chiropractic care differences & insurance vs. quality care[00:27:53] Diet extremism, nuance, and balanced wellness[00:30:08] Sunna drink creation + clean beverage movement[00:32:18] Closing laughs + future episode tease (parasites & enemas)Follow her on Instagram and TikTok at @dr.halieschoff and check out Sunna at @drinksunnaConnect with us:Kate @thatcrunchymomkateJordan @themoderncrunchymumShop my favourite clean products & get 10% off here with code CRUNCHYMOMThe air purifier I trust at home - get $100 off hereOur go-to for pure, clean water - get $100 off here