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🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthGrief does not only affect your emotions. It can show up in your body.After losing her husband of 24 years to COVID in just 11 days, Brenda Mundt’s entire life changed. She shares how the Grief Recovery Method helped her navigate overwhelming loss and how breathwork later became another powerful part of her healing journey.In this episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, we explore physical symptoms of grief, including fatigue, sleep problems, headaches, gut issues, and chronic stress. Brenda also explains why grief does not follow neat stages, what NOT to say to someone who is grieving, and why losing someone can also mean grieving the future and identity you thought you would have.We also discuss breathwork, nervous system regulation, rediscovering yourself after loss, and the complicated emotions that can come with finding happiness again.CONNECT WITH BRENDA MUNDTInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/brendmundt/Heartache, Health and Healing Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...The Stress Reset Method:https://thestressresetmethod.lovable....The Grief Recovery Method:https://www.griefrecoverymethod.com/Chapters00:00 Can grief affect your physical health?02:58 Meet Brenda Mundt03:14 Losing her husband in just 11 days05:53 The darkest period of grief08:17 Losing her home and rebuilding life10:45 Discovering breathwork12:25 The Grief Recovery Method15:16 What NOT to say to someone grieving17:39 The exercise that helped Brenda heal19:00 Is silence better than saying the wrong thing?23:23 Grieving the life that should have been27:40 Why different losses affect us differently32:59 Helpful vs. harmful things to say37:00 Grief in the workplace43:47 Why 3 days of bereavement is not enough46:27 Grief Recovery vs. conventional advice48:19 Processing grief vs. functioning through it50:02 Physical symptoms of grief52:35 How breathwork affects stress56:41 Signs breathwork may be helping58:13 Grieving your old identity1:00:47 Feeling guilty about finding happiness again1:03:41 Rediscovering yourself after loss1:07:51 How to connect with Brenda🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealt... 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitn... 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichooseheal...🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealth...🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0rxOkqB...🛍️ Shop Merch: https://ichoosehealthpodcast.myshopif...#Grief #GriefRecovery #PhysicalSymptomsOfGrief #GriefSupport #HealingAfterLoss #LossOfSpouse #WidowGrief #Breathwork #MentalHealth #GriefRecoveryMethod #BrendaMundt #IChooseHealthPodcast

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthKevin Lessie trusted the woman he loved. Then, without warning, she tied his hands, covered his face, cut his throat, and stabbed him. She left him alone in his van to die.In this deeply personal episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, Kevin recounts his fight to survive, his mother’s powerful intuition that something was wrong, the lasting effects of trauma, and the faith and family support that helped him rebuild his life.Connect with Kevin and discover his vegan desserts from LK Fusion Treats:https://www.instagram.com/lkfusiontreats/Content warning: This episode contains detailed descriptions of violence and trauma.Chapters00:00 Kevin’s attack and fight to survive01:44 A mother’s intuition02:16 BetterHelp03:30 I Choose Health03:49 Learning what happened to Kevin05:35 The relationship before the attack12:34 The day everything changed17:27 Kevin’s hands are tied19:41 The attack begins21:27 Fighting to stay alive23:57 A stranger calls 91126:20 Emergency surgery and permanent injuries28:51 Calling his mother from the hospital31:10 Living without answers35:36 How the attack affected the family38:25 His mother knew something was wrong43:07 Stefan learns about the attack46:16 Anger, grief, and unanswered questions47:45 The two-year search for his attacker50:11 Trauma, triggers, and vulnerability54:21 How faith changed Kevin’s perspective57:00 Family support during recovery59:15 Losing part of his singing voice1:02:53 Finding purpose through LK Fusion Treats1:06:45 How therapy helped Kevin heal1:09:10 Cleaning the blood from the van1:11:29 Choosing power, possibility, and purpose🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0rxOkqBlAQBZVfznoUpNvP🛍️ Shop Merch: https://ichoosehealthpodcast.myshopify.com/collections/all#SurvivorStory #TrueCrime #AttemptedMurderSurvivor #TraumaRecovery #MothersIntuition #FaithAfterTrauma #IChooseHealthPodcast #KevinLessie #LKFusionTreats

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthWhat happens when you finally achieve the success you spent years chasing, only to realize you don't want the life that came with it?After 21 years in corporate America, Meghann Dawson had climbed the ladder, become a director, and even flown on the corporate jet. But behind the success were burnout, toxic workplace dynamics, heavy drinking, perfectionism, and a growing realization that the life she had built no longer aligned with who she was becoming.In this episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, Meghann shares why high achievers can become so good at hiding burnout, how trauma and people-pleasing can shape our careers and relationships, what it means to "perform for love," and why learning to advocate for yourself can change your life.We also explore authenticity, self-worth, boundaries, healing, redefining success, and why becoming who you really are can get messy.Connect with Meghann Dawson:Website: https://www.meghanndawson.com/ Podcast: https://www.meghanndawson.com/podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meghanndawson/ https://www.instagram.com/becomingism... Pre-order Book Now: https://www.meghanndawson.com/contactusChapters00:00 When Success Starts Feeling Like a Trap03:58 Meet Meghann Dawson05:10 Chasing the Corporate Definition of Success06:41 Getting Everything You Wanted and Still Being Unhappy08:19 Recognizing When Your Life Is Misaligned09:30 Success, Achievement and Self-Worth10:25 21 Years in Corporate America14:08 The Breaking Point16:17 Learning to Advocate for Yourself17:35 Alcohol and Toxic Corporate Culture20:13 What Burnout Actually Looks Like21:20 Why High Performers Hide Burnout22:26 What People Misunderstand About Burnout24:46 Burnout When You Don't Feel Successful26:55 What Does "Performing for Love" Mean?29:31 When Achievement Rewards People-Pleasing30:32 Authenticity vs. Performing a Version of Yourself33:20 What If You Have to Shrink to Belong?35:20 Can You Love Someone and Still Walk Away?38:56 Recognizing Patterns Without Shaming Yourself42:44 Self-Love, Your Inner Voice and Asking for Help45:43 Teaching Your Children Healthy Boundaries46:52 Personality Traits That Were Actually Coping Mechanisms48:14 What Healing Forced Meghann to Face49:48 Healing Yourself vs. Trying to Fix Yourself51:38 Why "Becoming Is Messy"53:46 Stop Waiting for the Perfect Time55:23 Building a Life Around Your Own Definition of Success56:58 Where to Find Meghann🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealt... 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitn... 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichooseheal...🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealth...🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0rxOkqB...🛍️ Shop Merch: https://ichoosehealthpodcast.myshopif...#Burnout #HighAchiever #CorporateBurnout #ToxicWorkplace #PeoplePleasing #SelfWorth #Authenticity #HealingJourney #CareerChange #MentalHealth #BecomingIsMessy #MeghannDawson #IChooseHealthPodcast

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthWhat if anxiety isn’t only psychological?In this episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Laurie Hammer, neuro-nutrition expert, functional nutritional therapist, and host of the Take Back My Brain Podcast, to explore the overlooked connection between nutrition, the brain, hormones, blood sugar, sleep, and mental health.Dr. Laurie shares her remarkable personal journey through a nearly 12-year eating disorder, anxiety, depression, a rare cancer diagnosis at 33, and the faith that transformed her approach to healing. We also discuss her experience with amino acid therapy and why it became foundational to her work.In this conversation, we explore:• Why anxiety may have physical and nutritional contributors• What amino acids have to do with neurotransmitters and mood• The connection between nutrition, blood sugar, hormones, and brain health• Why poor sleep can affect far more than your energy• Nutritional deficiencies Dr. Laurie commonly sees in women experiencing chronic stress• Why she believes whole foods should come before dietary perfection• The role faith and surrender played in her recovery• Why so many mothers are living in a state of constant overwhelm• Simple changes you can make to support your brain and bodyDr. Laurie’s message is simple: mental and physical health are deeply connected.CHAPTERS00:00 Dr. Laurie Hammer’s Story02:23 Meet Dr. Laurie Hammer02:48 Eating Disorder, Anxiety & Depression05:09 Why Amino Acid Therapy?06:23 Facing Cancer at 3310:18 Choosing a Holistic Approach13:07 Life at Her Lowest Point14:54 Faith, Surrender & Recovery18:46 What Is Neuro-Nutrition?22:07 The Brain-Body Connection27:31 What May Be Behind Anxiety?28:34 Nutritional Deficiencies & Mental Health32:13 Blood Sugar, Mood & Anxiety33:22 Why Sleep Must Be a Priority36:35 Anxiety Isn’t Just in Your Head39:16 Medication, Nutrition & Mental Health42:27 Becoming “The Calm Mom”47:01 Why Moms Are Overstimulated49:19 Where to Start50:41 One Simple Nutrition Change52:50 Connect With Dr. Laurie53:11 Final ThoughtsCONNECT WITH DR. LAURIE HAMMERWebsite: https://lauriehammer.com/Podcast: https://lauriehammer.com/podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@takebackmybrainpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/takebackmybrain/DISCLAIMERThis episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical or mental health care. Do not stop or change prescribed medication or treatment without consulting an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.#IChooseHealth #Anxiety #MentalHealth #BrainHealth #NeuroNutrition #WomensHealth #Nutrition #DrLaurieHammer #FunctionalNutrition #TakeBackMyBrain🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0rxOkqBlAQBZVfznoUpNvP🛍️ Shop Merch: https://ichoosehealthpodcast.myshopify.com/collections/all

After being hit by a car and left in a coma, Vincent Van Den Broeck had only a 1% chance of surviving without major damage. In Episode 84 of the I Choose Health Podcast, Vincent tells host Stefan Lessie how he relearned to walk, completed rehabilitation in two and a half months instead of the expected two years, and transformed his recovery into the Until It’s Done movement. Vincent also shares practical lessons about resilience, mental strength, support systems, health, daily structure, overcoming adversity, and pursuing goals that feel impossible.SPONSORBegin your healing journey with BetterHelp and receive 10% off your first month:https://betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthCONNECT WITH VINCENTInstagram, Vincent in the Kitchen:https://www.instagram.com/vincentinthekitchenInstagram, Hashtag Brussels:https://www.instagram.com/hashtagbrussels/YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@vincentinthekitchenLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-van-den-broeck-b9b275103/Until It’s Done Club:https://theuidclub.comPre-order Everything Feels Impossible Until It’s Done:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H3QXHHC6MyProtein Belgium:https://www.myprotein.be/EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 Vincent’s 1% chance of survival01:57 I Choose Health introduction02:15 Meet Vincent Van Den Broeck03:03 The accident that changed everything04:36 Learning the truth about his survival odds08:06 Becoming better instead of becoming his old self10:29 Completing a two-year recovery in two and a half months13:08 Relearning how to walk14:21 How his support system pushed him forward17:25 The power of connection and service20:14 Physical pain versus the mental battle22:40 How the mind supported his recovery24:34 Treating adversity as a test27:52 Loving life and accepting losses29:47 Why everything feels impossible until it is done32:33 What to do when your situation feels impossible34:30 Creating the Until It’s Done movement36:22 The five pillars of transformation39:52 Redefining health after nearly losing his life41:50 Creating structure when life feels overwhelming46:01 Finding solutions when you truly want something48:50 The most neglected pillar of success50:26 Turning his scar into credibility and purpose53:49 How the accident changed his definition of ambition54:23 Vincent’s next seemingly impossible goal55:38 How to connect with Vincent56:07 Choosing power, possibility, and purpose🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0rxOkqBlAQBZVfznoUpNvP🛍️ Shop Merch: https://ichoosehealthpodcast.myshopify.com/collections/all#VincentVanDenBroeck #SurvivalStory #BrainInjuryRecovery #OvercomingAdversity #IChooseHealthPodcast

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthWhat if the biggest thing standing between you and better health is not your body, but the subconscious beliefs and stress patterns you have carried for years?In this episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, Stefan Lessing sits down with clinical hypnotherapist and holistic healing expert Dr. Tara Perry to explore the powerful connection between the subconscious mind, chronic stress, trauma, and physical health.Dr. Perry explains what actually happens during clinical hypnotherapy, why she describes her work as "dehypnotizing," and how subconscious patterns can influence everything from anxiety and people pleasing to confidence, sleep, stress, and our relationship with food.We also explore whether someone can be hypnotized against their will, the impact of social media on our mental state, why childhood experiences can continue affecting us as adults, and the difference between suppressing painful emotions and actually healing them.Dr. Perry also shares stories from nearly three decades of working with clients and explains why changing the stories we carry about ourselves may be an important part of creating lasting change.Plus, learn a simple breathing exercise you can use to help calm your nervous system.If this conversation challenges the way you think about your mind, stress, and healing, subscribe to I Choose Health for more conversations exploring the connection between physical, mental, and emotional wellness.⚠️ This conversation is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical or mental health care.Connect with Dr. Tara Perry🌐 Website / Work with Dr. Tara Perry:https://consulttara.com/🎙️ Next Level Healing Podcast:https://consulttara.com/podcast📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/drtaraperry/▶️ YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@drtaragraceperryChapters00:00 Can Your Subconscious Affect Your Health?02:17 Meet Dr. Tara Perry02:38 What Drew Dr. Perry Into Healing?04:41 Why the Mind and Body Cannot Be Separated09:16 Understanding Subconscious Stress Patterns11:03 What Actually Happens During Clinical Hypnotherapy?15:06 Social Media, Programming, and Breakthroughs17:07 Can You Be Hypnotized Against Your Will?18:49 Are You Awake During Hypnosis?20:51 What Does Science Say About Hypnosis?25:10 Faith, Belief, and the Power of the Mind28:28 Rapid Inner Transformation vs. Traditional Therapy30:48 Why Some People Break Through Faster32:52 Why the Brain Resists Change34:52 Dr. Perry's Most Memorable Transformations37:10 Can Childhood Experiences Affect Adult Health?38:06 Can Physical Symptoms Have Emotional Roots?41:32 Why Anxiety May Be Increasing42:50 The Biggest Misconception About the Subconscious43:59 The Emotional Burden on First Responders45:55 Can You Heal Without Reliving Trauma?47:44 Suppressing Emotions vs. Actually Healing49:17 Signs You May Be Living With Chronic Stress52:38 What Chronic Stress Does to the Body53:33 A Simple Exercise to Calm Your Nervous System55:31 How to Work With Dr. Tara Perry🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1  📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0rxOkqBlAQBZVfznoUpNvP🛍️ Shop Merch: https://ichoosehealthpodcast.myshopify.com/collections/all#Hypnotherapy #SubconsciousMind #DrTaraPerry #TraumaHealing #MentalHealth #HolisticHealth #StressRelief #MindBodyConnection #Healing #IChooseHealth

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:⁠⁠https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth⁠⁠Most athletes dream of becoming a McDonald's All-American or earning a Division I scholarship. Isaiah Geathers' journey looked very different.After being cut from his varsity basketball team, Isaiah committed himself to relentless daily improvement, waking up at 6 AM to train, learning from better players, and refusing to let rejection define him. That commitment eventually led him to become the all-time leading scorer at Lehman College, play professional basketball overseas, and ultimately discover that true fulfillment comes from something much deeper than athletic success.In this episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, Stefan Lessie and Isaiah discuss:Why confidence is more important than talentThe difference between quantity and quality practiceHow rejection can become your greatest motivationPlaying professional basketball overseasThe dangers of tying your identity to achievementFinding peace, purpose, and faith beyond successWhy doing what you love matters more than chasing recognitionWhether you're an athlete, entrepreneur, student, or simply trying to overcome setbacks, this conversation will challenge the way you think about success and inspire you to pursue purpose over applause.If this episode encouraged you, please Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who needs to hear this message.🎙️ Subscribe for more conversations on health, mindset, faith, and purposeful living.Chapters00:00 – From Rejection to Record Breaker01:39 – Welcome to the I Choose Health Podcast02:31 – Getting Cut from Varsity Changed Everything04:06 – Quantity vs. Quality Practice06:44 – Building Confidence at Every Level09:31 – When Self-Doubt Almost Won10:42 – The Power of Community & Networking13:32 – Chasing Success vs. Finding Fulfillment15:32 – Becoming Lehman College's All-Time Leading Scorer17:03 – Life Beyond Basketball20:40 – Finding Identity in God22:27 – A New Calling: Landscape Architecture25:30 – Purpose Over Personal Ambition27:40 – Final Advice: Do What You LoveHashtags#IChooseHealth #IsaiahGathers #Basketball #Mindset #Faith #PersonalGrowth #Motivation #Success #MentalHealth #Purpose #Confidence #Sports🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast ⁠⁠💪 Fitness Channel: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 ⁠⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/⁠⁠🎵 TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast⁠⁠🎧 Listen on Spotify: ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0rxOkqBlAQBZVfznoUpNvP⁠⁠🛍️ Shop Merch: ⁠⁠https://ichoosehealthpodcast.myshopify.com/collections/all⁠

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthIs your metabolism really "broken," or have you simply been given the wrong information?In this episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, Stefan Leslie sits down with Dr. Liz Graves, chiropractor and metabolic health expert, to uncover the truth about metabolism, sustainable fat loss, inflammation, nutrition, and why so many people struggle to lose weight despite eating less.Dr. Graves explains why metabolism is far more than calorie burning, how processed foods and inflammation affect every cell in the body, why women often struggle differently than men, and how healing your metabolism is about far more than watching the number on the scale.Whether you're trying to lose weight, reverse unhealthy habits, improve your energy, or simply understand your body better, this conversation will change the way you think about health.Chapters00:00 Why Most People Misunderstand Metabolism02:18 Meet Dr. Liz Graves03:16 From Chiropractic to Metabolic Health06:11 Why You Must Advocate for Your Own Health08:14 Collaboration Between Traditional & Holistic Medicine09:23 Discovering Her Calling10:23 What Chiropractic Really Does13:05 Preventing Back Pain & Improving Posture16:22 Why Dr. Graves Created Back 2 Real Food18:44 What Metabolism Actually Is?20:53 Fast vs. Slow Metabolism Explained23:14 Healthy Fat Loss vs. Weight Loss27:21 The Emotional Side of Weight Loss29:32 Seed Oils & Chronic Inflammation34:18 The Biggest Myth About Metabolism35:13 Signs Your Metabolism Needs Help37:11 Why Women Lose Weight Differently Than Men40:03 How to Know You're Actually Healing42:12 Sustainable Nutrition That Works44:57 Final Advice from Dr. Liz GravesConnect with Dr. Liz Graves🌐 Website: www.back2realfood.com📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/drlizgraves?igsh=MXkwN2ZpdHVyNjJ2dQ==🎙 Subscribe to the I Choose Health Podcast for conversations that empower you to choose health, purpose, and longevity.🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0rxOkqBlAQBZVfznoUpNvP🛍️ Shop Merch: https://ichoosehealthpodcast.myshopify.com/collections/all#Metabolism #WeightLoss #Nutrition #HealthyEating #FatLoss #InsulinResistance #MetabolicHealth #FunctionalMedicine #Wellness #IChooseHealth

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthAt 19, Vanessa Cushing survived a sexual assault in college. When the institution responsible for protecting her dismissed her experience, she transformed her anger and pain into a lifelong mission: helping survivors reclaim their voices, bodies, relationships, and sense of safety.Vanessa also discusses consent, sexual entitlement, desire discrepancies in relationships, nervous-system regulation, pornography, shame, couples therapy, and the damaging belief that marriage entitles someone to sex. She explains why pressuring a partner can destroy sexual desire and why every person remains responsible for their own pleasure.Content warning: This episode includes detailed discussions of sexual assault, suicidal ideation, institutional betrayal, coercion, abuse, and trauma recovery. Please listen with care and seek qualified support when needed.Connect with Vanessa CushingCushing Counseling:https://www.cushingcounseling.comSex Therapy Pro:https://www.sextherapypro.aiInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/cushingcounseling?igsh=YmZ0M3hnaXVzZGp5Chapters00:00 Vanessa’s story: Turning pain into purpose01:53 I Choose Health introduction02:13 Welcome and Vanessa’s background02:54 Surviving sexual assault in college05:21 Fighting back after institutional betrayal06:15 How anger became a source of strength07:06 Becoming a sexual-trauma therapist07:48 Why institutions protect powerful people09:24 Teaching children consent and bodily autonomy11:04 How Brazilian jiu-jitsu can support self-defense11:48 Why therapists receive so little sexual-health training12:43 What AASECT certification requires14:13 Power, entitlement, misogyny, and sexual violence15:55 Pornography and beliefs about women17:09 The most common concerns in sex therapy18:28 When one partner feels entitled to sex20:15 How to support someone sharing trauma21:28 A powerful client transformation22:38 Where sexual trauma appears outside the bedroom23:22 Individual therapy versus couples therapy24:23 Why sex carries so much shame25:17 The biggest myth about sex therapy26:02 How culture shapes conversations about sex28:07 Why Vanessa created Sex Therapy Pro29:24 Using AI responsibly in sexual-health support30:48 Who Sex Therapy Pro is designed to help31:30 The future of sex therapy32:12 What Vanessa would tell her 19-year-old self33:04 Harmful intimacy advice online34:45 How the work changed Vanessa’s relationships36:02 When someone believes therapy cannot help36:57 What colleges should do after an assault report38:01 False accusations and trauma40:32 Building Cushing Counseling42:00 Raising sexually assertive children43:25 Desire discrepancy, resentment, and abuse45:33 The nervous system and trauma recovery46:24 TMS, ketamine-assisted therapy, and trauma47:50 When only one partner wants therapy48:17 Rapid-fire questions about intimacy49:39 Why sex can improve with age49:52 How to connect with Vanessa#SexualTrauma #TraumaRecovery #SexTherapy #SexualAssaultAwareness #Consent #HealthyRelationships #Intimacy #MentalHealth #CouplesTherapy #SurvivorHealing #SexualHealth #InstitutionalBetrayal #NervousSystemHealing #VanessaCushing #IChooseHealth🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0rxOkqBlAQBZVfznoUpNvP🛍️ Shop Merch: https://ichoosehealthpodcast.myshopify.com/collections/all

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthDepression affects millions of people, yet many have never heard of one of the most promising FDA-approved treatment options available today.In this episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, Stefan Lessie sits down with Kelley Jensen, Chief Marketing Officer of Brain Performance Technologies, to explore Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)—a non-invasive, drug-free treatment that is helping people living with depression, OCD, PTSD, and other neurological conditions.Kelley shares how her son's journey with autism and OCD introduced her to brain stimulation therapy, why so few people know about TMS despite years of FDA approval, what treatment actually feels like, who may benefit, common misconceptions, side effects, insurance coverage, and where this technology is heading.Whether you're personally struggling with depression, supporting someone you love, or simply curious about the future of mental health treatment, this conversation offers practical information and hope.If you or someone you know is facing depression or suicidal thoughts, please remember that help is available. Speak with a qualified healthcare professional or mental health provider to determine what treatments may be appropriate for your individual situation.Connect with Kelley JensenBrain Performance Technologieshttps://brainperformancetechnologies.com/team-2/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/kelleyjensen6/Chapters00:00 Introduction01:44 Podcast Intro02:03 Meet Kelley Jensen02:40 What Is Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)?04:01 What Does TMS Treatment Actually Look Like?06:25 Kelley's Personal Journey Into Brain Stimulation09:32 The History of TMS and FDA Approval11:49 PTSD, Depression & Trauma14:04 How Quickly Does TMS Work?16:25 Can TMS Help If Your Environment Hasn't Changed?18:39 What Happens After Treatment?20:18 Stefan Opens Up About His Mental Health Journey23:48 How Long Do TMS Benefits Last?25:30 What Surprises Patients Most?26:57 How Magnetic Stimulation Helps the Brain28:14 Side Effects of TMS29:36 Incredible Patient Success Stories33:09 The Future of TMS35:34 New Brain Stimulation Technologies36:32 TMS Myth vs Fact40:21 Lessons About Hope & Resilience43:03 Advice for Anyone Who Feels They've Tried Everything45:16 Kelley Shares the Refrigerator Moms Podcast50:00 Final ThoughtsIf you enjoyed this episode, please Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who could benefit from learning about new approaches to mental health.🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0rxOkqBlAQBZVfznoUpNvP🛍️ Shop Merch: https://ichoosehealthpodcast.myshopify.com/collections/all?page=1#5bef91b6f8a4a3aba9d649b191f1ee05#MentalHealth #Depression #TMS #TranscranialMagneticStimulation #BrainHealth #Psychiatry #MentalWellness #SuicidePrevention #PTSD #OCD #Autism #Neuroscience #Therapy #Healing #IChooseHealth

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthFor years, Danielle Pashko did everything "right."She ate clean, practiced yoga, worked in one of Manhattan's top wellness clinics, and tried every advanced biohacking therapy imaginable, including peptides, hyperbaric oxygen, neurofeedback, ozone therapy, IV treatments, and more.Yet she continued battling thyroid cancer, Lyme disease, long COVID, chronic fatigue, vertigo, and debilitating nervous system dysfunction.In this powerful conversation, Danielle shares the unexpected path that finally helped her recover—not through another supplement or expensive protocol, but by addressing the missing piece of healing: the nervous system, visualization, prayer, purpose, Tai Chi, Qigong, and reconnecting with the soul.We also explore:Why stress may be more damaging than poor nutritionThe surprising limits of biohackingHow trauma impacts physical healthThe role of prayer and visualization in healingWhy many chronic illnesses require a different approachHow nature, movement, and purpose regulate the nervous systemWhy doing "everything right" doesn't guarantee perfect healthThe importance of resilience over perfectionWhether you're struggling with chronic illness, burnout, unexplained symptoms, or simply want to live healthier without becoming obsessed with optimization, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on what true healing looks like.Follow Danielle Pashkowebsite: https://www.soulhakker.com/https://tinyurl.com/ywuv7x8zInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesoulhakker/?hl=enIf you enjoyed this conversation, please Like, Subscribe, and share it with someone who needs encouragement on their healing journey.Chapters00:00 – Are You Missing the Real Cause of Your Illness?01:59 – Meet Danielle Pashko02:40 – From Nutritionist to Chronic Illness Recovery Expert04:18 – Why Biohacking Wasn't Enough06:20 – Prayer, Visualization & Martial Arts Changed Everything08:54 – Does Spirituality Affect Healing?11:44 – The Story Behind Smile at Your Challenges15:33 – Can You Still Get Sick If You Do Everything Right?19:18 – The Hidden Role of Stress in Chronic Disease22:00 – Why Biohacking Isn't the Whole Answer25:19 – How to Reduce Stress in Modern Life28:28 – Choosing Health Instead of Hustle30:44 – When Healthy Living Becomes Unhealthy35:15 – Why Joy Is Missing from Modern Wellness38:46 – Learning to Respect Yourself41:41 – Danielle's New Book & Soul Healing44:28 – Avoiding Information Overload46:41 – Biohacking Culture Explained49:52 – Burnout, Recovery & Starting Again51:56 – Rapid Fire Questions57:49 – Final Thoughts#ChronicIllness #HealingJourney #NervousSystem #StressRelief #Biohacking #Prayer #MindBodySpirit #HolisticHealth #MentalHealth #Wellness #LongCovid #LymeDisease #MetabolicHealth #HealthPodcast #ichoosehealth 🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://linkly.link/2ii1x

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthAre peptides the future of health optimization—or just another trend?In this episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, Stefan Lessie sits down with Tony Medrano—former U.S. Naval Officer, former NYC physics teacher, Ironman athlete, AI entrepreneur, and founder of LongevityPlan.ai—to break down the science behind peptides, GLP-1 medications, recovery, muscle preservation, longevity, and performance.Topics include:✅ What peptides actually are✅ GLP-1s (Ozempic, Wegovy & more) explained✅ Why people lose muscle on weight-loss medications✅ How to avoid "Ozempic Face"✅ Peptides for injury recovery and athletic performance✅ AI and personalized longevity medicine✅ Performance-enhancing peptides vs steroids✅ Celebrity physique discussion (The Rock, Chris Hemsworth, Joe Rogan & Hugh Jackman)Whether you're trying to lose weight, improve performance, recover from injury, or simply understand the hype surrounding peptides, this conversation provides practical insights backed by experience and medical collaboration.⬇️ Learn more about Tony Medrano & LongevityPlan.ai🌐 Websitehttps://www.longevityplan.aiLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tonymedrano/https://www.linkedin.com/company/longevityplan-ai/YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@LongevityPlanAIhttps://www.youtube.com/@LongevityPlanAI-VideosInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/longevityplanai/https://www.instagram.com/tmedranosd/X (Twitter)https://x.com/longevityplanaihttps://x.com/TMedrano2TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@longevityplan.aiSubstackhttps://substack.com/@longevityplanaiFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/anthonypmedranohttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61582868553480Reddithttps://www.reddit.com/user/LongevityPlan_AI/Blueskyhttps://bsky.app/profile/longevityplan-ai.bsky.socialQuorahttps://www.quora.com/profile/LongevityPlanAIChapters:00:00 The rise of GLP-1 medications01:15 BetterHelp Sponsor02:18 Meet Tony Medrano04:29 Why Tony entered the longevity space08:23 What are peptides?12:44 Are peptides safe?17:42 Ozempic Face explained20:46 Can you prevent muscle loss?21:20 Diabetes vs weight loss23:20 Peptides vs traditional drugs27:20 AI and personalized longevity34:20 Are peptides performance-enhancing drugs?36:27 Celebrity physiques: The Rock, Chris Hemsworth, Joe Rogan & Hugh Jackman44:56 Can personal trainers embrace peptides?48:13 Will peptides become mainstream?50:15 How LongevityPlan.ai helps clients53:16 Final thoughts#Peptides #GLP1 #Ozempic #Longevity #Performance #WeightLoss #Fitness #MuscleGain #Recovery #HealthOptimization #Biohacking #TonyMedrano #IChooseHealth #AI #podcastbrasil 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere podcasts are available.👍 If you enjoyed this conversation, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share.DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before beginning any medical treatment or peptide therapy.🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0rxOkqBlAQBZVfznoUpNvP🛍️ Shop Merch: https://linkly.link/2ii1x

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:⁠https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthAre you really falling apart, or are you operating past capacity?In this episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, Stefan Lessie speaks with Dr. Julie Merriman about women’s burnout, people pleasing, nervous system dysregulation, compassion fatigue, resentment, midlife identity shifts, somatic therapy, and why rest alone often does not fix burnout.Dr. Merriman explains how many women are rewarded for overfunctioning until their bodies finally say, “enough.” She also shares practical tools for reconnecting with the body, recognizing emotional signals, and rebuilding a life that no longer requires living past capacity.Julie Merriman’s Website: https://www.juliemerrimanphd.com/Books Mentioned:In Pursuit of Soul Joy by Dr. Julie Merriman:https://tinyurl.com/23durwy3Are We Gonna Have Sex Or What?:https://tinyurl.com/mumz3zwtPodcasts: Sexy After 50: https://www.juliemerrimanphd.com/sexy-after-50Compassion Fatigue Cure: https://www.juliemerrimanphd.com/compassion-fatigue-cure-1Chapters:00:00 People pleasing and living past capacity02:31 Welcome Dr. Julie Merriman04:11 What burnout feels like in the body06:36 Numbness, exhaustion, and compassion fatigue07:26 Burnout in New York City vs slower cultures13:05 Somatic therapy, chakras, and nervous system healing16:34 Movement as emotional release19:30 Therapy, trauma, and the body22:27 Burnout, autoimmune issues, and women’s health26:38 Midlife divorce, resentment, and relationship burnout31:14 Soul joy, identity, and women after 5038:31 Novelty, adventure, and staying open to life42:11 Men’s mental health and emotional language44:52 How to identify emotions in the body50:08 Why women miss the signs of overcapacity56:35 Dr. Julie Merriman’s books and final encouragement#BurnoutRecovery #WomensHealth #PeoplePleasing #SomaticHealing #MentalHealth #CompassionFatigue #IChooseHealth #JulieMerriman #NervousSystemHealing #SelfCare🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/⁠🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://linkly.link/2ii1x#BurnoutRecovery #WomensHealth #PeoplePleasing #SomaticHealing #MentalHealth #CompassionFatigue #IChooseHealth #JulieMerriman #NervousSystemHealing #SelfCare

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:⁠https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth⁠What happens when an ER nurse watches open-heart surgeries, sees clogged arteries firsthand, and realizes that almost nobody is talking about the role food plays in chronic disease?In this powerful conversation, Melissa Ficarra shares how working in healthcare led her to question everything she thought she knew about nutrition. From witnessing coronary bypass surgeries to becoming a professional vegan bodybuilder and Strongwoman competitor, Melissa explains why she believes nutrition is one of the most overlooked tools in modern healthcare.We discuss:• What Melissa saw working in emergency medicine• Why nutrition education is largely missing from medical training• The relationship between food and chronic disease• How a vegan lifestyle transformed her health and athletic performance• Plant-based nutrition for strength, recovery, and longevity• The biggest myths about protein and muscle building• Why more athletes are embracing plant-based eating• The future of healthcare and preventative medicineWhether you're curious about plant-based nutrition, healthcare, fitness, or simply living a healthier life, this episode offers a unique perspective from someone who has seen both disease and recovery up close.Chapters00:00 The Open Heart Surgery That Changed Everything01:56 Melissa's Health Journey Begins03:11 Why Healthcare Workers Eat Unhealthy Food05:35 The Missing Nutrition Education in Healthcare07:31 Growing Up Healthy in Colorado08:47 Becoming Vegan10:34 Building Muscle Without Meat12:49 Dealing With Critics and Vegan Myths14:27 The Road to Olympia17:15 Why Doctors Ignore Nutrition20:11 Celebrity Influence vs Science22:32 Plant-Based Athletes and Recovery24:39 Does Food Affect Mood and Energy?26:23 Competing at 39 Years Old27:00 The Problem With Performance Enhancing Drugs31:14 Finding Love Through a Vegan Lifestyle34:51 Life as an ER Nurse and Professional Athlete36:07 Can Healthcare Workers Influence Patients?38:31 Common Nutrition Myths in Healthcare40:58 Why Most People Struggle to Change42:00 Choosing Health, Purpose and Possibilitycd 🔗Connect with Melissa Ficarra:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fit_by_ficarra/ Subscribe for more conversations about health, fitness, nutrition, mental wellness, and living with purpose.#IChooseHealth #MelissaFicarra #PlantBased #VeganAthlete #Healthcare #Nutrition #PreventiveHealth #HealthyLiving #Strongwoman #bodybuilding 🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0rxOkqBlAQBZVfznoUpNvP?si=1322c21652c74cf4🛍️ Shop Merch: https://linkly.link/2ii1x

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:⁠https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth⁠What if the real cause of your heart disease, cognitive decline, and chronic inflammation has been hiding in your mouth this whole time? In this eye-opening episode, Stefan sits down with Dr. Eugene Antenucci who is a dentist, professor, Air Force veteran, nutritionist, and author to reveal the shocking connection between oral health and whole-body health.From the 20 billion bacteria living in your mouth right now, to how gum disease can trigger heart attacks and dementia, Dr. Antenucci breaks down what most doctors and dentists will never tell you and exactly what you can do about it.Choosing health is choosing power, possibility, and purpose.Chapters:00:00 – The Mouth-Body Connection Nobody Talks About01:18 – 20 Billion Bacteria Are Living in Your Mouth Right Now02:56 – BetterHelp Sponsor Message05:23 – How Gum Disease Leads to Heart Attacks and Dementia07:14 – Does Intermittent Fasting Improve Oral Health?08:56 – Why the American Diet Is Destroying Your Teeth and Body12:45 – What Does It Really Mean to Be Healthy?16:29 – Oral Health in the U.S. Air Force19:29 – How Dr. Antenucci Coaches Patients on Nutrition21:06 – The Oral Health Mistakes You're Probably Making24:51 – Oil Pulling, Tongue Scrapers & Other Overlooked Techniques27:27 – The Right Way to Brush (Most People Get This Wrong)29:25 – The Mediterranean Diet vs. The American Diet33:15 – Blue Zones, Barbados & Raising Healthy Kids35:07 – Why Dentists and Doctors Need to Work Together36:30 – Dr. Antenucci's New Book: The Hidden Inflammation You Can't See39:33 – The Longevity Series & What's Coming Next🔗 Connect with Dr. Eugene Antenucci🌐 Website: https://www.dreugeneantenucci.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eugene_antenucci📖 View All Books by Dr. Eugene Antenuccihttps://www.amazon.com/Dr-Eugene-Antenucci/e/B0C99HCBPV📚 Read Dr. Eugene Antenucci's Latest BookThe Hidden Inflammation You Can't See: How Oral Health Affects Your Whole BodyInflammation often develops silently long before symptoms appear. In this book, Dr. Eugene Antenucci explores the connection between oral inflammation, the immune system, and overall health, helping readers understand how hidden inflammation may influence long-term wellness.📖 Get the book on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Hidden-Inflammation-You-Cant-See-ebook/dp/B0GH6BD5M2🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week.🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0rxOkqBlAQBZVfznoUpNvP?si=1322c21652c74cf4🛍️ Shop Merch: https://linkly.link/2ii1x#DrEugeneAntenucci#OralHealth#DentalHealth#OralMicrobiome#Longevity#HealthyAging#HealthPodcast#Wellness#PreventDisease#HealthyLiving#FunctionalMedicine#HolisticHealth#Inflammation#HealthTips#IChooseHealth

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth🩺 About Dr. Melanie Icard, NMDDr. Melanie Icard is a licensed Naturopathic Medical Doctor specializing in holistic cardiovascular health and metabolic wellness. She helps patients reverse heart disease, balance insulin, and achieve true longevity without relying solely on prescriptions or surgery. Dr. Mel works with clients on root-cause protocols including intermittent fasting, continuous glucose monitoring, IV therapies, and nervous system reset.🌐 Website: www.drmelanieicard.com💻 Free Cardio Health Webinar: cardiohealth.drmelanieicard.com/replay-webinar▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/@Itsdrmel/videos📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/drmelholistic/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drmel_holistic👍 Facebook: facebook.com/drmelholistic00:00 - Introduction & Welcome Back: Dr. Melanie Icard01:12 - Why Conventional Medicine Dominates — And How to Think Beyond It04:39 - The Danger of Too Much Health Information Online06:45 - The Root Cause Most Doctors Miss: Insulin Resistance10:31 - Intermittent Fasting & Moving After Meals for Heart Health13:28 - The Continuous Glucose Sensor: A Game-Changer for Everyone16:33 - Why Eating 6 Times a Day Is Fueling the Insulin Epidemic19:18 - Eating Windows, Circadian Rhythm & Meal Timing21:34 - Is the Pharmaceutical Industry Profiting from Keeping You Sick?27:02 - Can Lifestyle Alone Reverse Heart Disease?28:26 - Back to Basics: What Actually Creates Longevity32:09 - The Truth About Statins — and Why Dr. Mel Avoids Them33:01 - CLEERLY AI Imaging: The Future of Cardiac Diagnostics37:49 - Is the American Heart Association Diet Outdated?39:42 - Final Thoughts & How to Find Dr. Melanie Icard🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0rxOkqBlAQBZVfznoUpNvP?si=1322c21652c74cf4🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0#HeartHealth #HolisticCardiology #InsulinResistance #IntermittentFasting #DrMelanieIcard #NaturopathicMedicine #ReverseHeartDisease #MetabolicHealth #ContinuousGlucoseMonitor #StopStatins #FunctionalMedicine #IChooseHealth #PreventativeHealth #BloodPressure #SickCareSystem #HolisticHealing #HeartDiseasePrevention #NaturalHealth #CardiovascularHealth #LongevityMedicine

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthDo we ever truly let go of the people we love?After recently losing family members, Stefan Lessie sits down with licensed therapist, chaplain, and trauma expert Chaya Lerner, LCSW for one of the most honest conversations on grief, trauma, suicide, healing, dementia, forgiveness, and finding meaning after loss.In this deeply personal episode, we explore:• The real truth about the stages of grief• Why grief is not linear• How to cope with losing a loved one• Suicide, hopelessness, and finding reasons to hold on• How dementia creates a different kind of grief• Trauma, resilience, and learning to heal• Why gratitude may be more powerful than we realize• How pain can become purposeStefan also shares personal experiences with family loss, suicidal ideation, fatherhood, and navigating grief in real time, making this one of the most vulnerable and important conversations on I Choose Health.If you are grieving, struggling emotionally, or supporting someone through loss, this episode is for you.Connect with Chaya Lerner:🌐 Website: https://chayalernerlcsw.com/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clerner1/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chaya-lerner-907753139/Subscribe to I Choose Health for conversations about health, healing, mental wellness, and living with purpose.🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0rxOkqBlAQBZVfznoUpNvP?si=1322c21652c74cf4🛍️ Shop Merch: https://linkly.link/2ii1x#Grief #Healing #MentalHealth #TraumaHealing #Forgiveness #SelfGrowth #EmotionalHealing #IChooseHealth #ChayaLerner #PersonalGrowth

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthAmber Hollingsworth is an addiction counselor with 20 years of experience and over 1,000 free videos on YouTube. But her approach is radically different from traditional recovery. She focuses on motivation over method, connection over confrontation, and helping people decide to get sober before they lose everything.In this episode, we talk about the "villain role" — why family members often unknowingly extend their loved one's addiction, why marijuana is the hardest addiction she treats, how the need for control backfires, and why most people actually do beat addiction without ever going to treatment.Whether you're struggling yourself or watching someone you love struggle, this conversation might change how you see it.Topics covered:Why you don't have to hit rock bottom to get soberThe villain role and how families accidentally become oneWhy marijuana is harder to treat than opiates or alcoholThe identity and lifestyle that's harder to quit than the substance itselfHow the need to control a loved one's addiction prolongs itWhat actually motivates people to changeThe Amber AI she built from her entire content libraryAdvice for parents raising kids in a world of accessible substances🔗 Connect with Amber Hollingsworth:Website: https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/puttheshoveldown/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PutTheShovelDown📚 CHAPTERS00:00 – Intro: The villain role in addiction01:57 – I Choose Health theme03:10 – Welcome Amber Hollingsworth03:54 – You don't have to hit rock bottom04:58 – How Amber accidentally entered addiction counseling07:29 – Getting teenagers to show up (and stay sober)10:02 – Why traditional recovery thinking contradicts itself11:42 – It's not about how to quit — it's about wanting to14:59 – Why ambivalence is normal, even in recovery17:27 – Is behavioral addiction the same as substance addiction?19:20 – Diet and exercise as a comparison to addiction20:22 – What addictions are most common today?22:01 – Why marijuana is the hardest addiction to treat25:02 – Lifestyle identity vs. the substance itself27:50 – The social circle problem in quitting30:07 – How addiction destroys emotional connection32:11 – Why families unknowingly become the villain34:31 – How to not get sucked into the power struggle37:03 – When to stay vs. when to leave an addicted partner39:17 – Amber's personal history with addiction in her family41:41 – Raising kids in a world of accessible substances43:32 – The preacher's kid phenomenon and rebellion45:42 – Why Amber is the least strict parent despite her career47:15 – How control makes addiction worse49:37 – The mama bear instinct51:59 – Advice for people struggling and for their families54:50 – Where to find Amber + the Amber AI57:31 – The power of AI in addiction support🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://linkly.link/2ii1x#AddictionRecovery #FamilyAndAddiction #AmberHollingsworth #HowToGetSober #MentalHealth #SubstanceAbuse #RecoveryMotivation #IChooseHealth #PutTheShovelDown #WellnessPodcast

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthIn this powerful episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, Stefan Lessie sits down with Ashley St. Fort— a woman who has navigated over a decade of complex health challenges with unwavering faith, resilience, and a smile. From lymphedema and endometriosis to an enlarged heart, blood transfusions, and a rare case of strep throat C, Ashley shares her extraordinary medical journey and what it truly means to choose health in the face of the unthinkable.Ashley also introduces her mentorship program U.P.L.Y.F.T. and their upcoming community wellness event — Walk a Mile in My Shoes — happening May 23rd in Brooklyn, NY.🚶‍♀️ Support Ashley's Wellness Walk — Walk a Mile in My Shoes (May 23rd, Brooklyn):https://linkly.link/2iaUO📲 Follow Ashley & U.P.L.Y.F.T.:https://www.instagram.com/u.p.l.y.f.t/⏱️ CHAPTERS0:00 - Introduction & Ashley's Story Begins1:12 - BetterHelp Sponsorship2:25 - Welcome to I Choose Health3:34 - Ashley's Background & Resilience4:44 - The First Diagnosis: Lymphedema7:07 - 9 Years to a True Diagnosis8:40 - Fractured Foot & Growing Complications9:19 - Rare Strep Throat C & Kidney Damage11:43 - Timeline of Diagnoses12:00 - Endometriosis & Bleeding Every Day15:56 - Blood Transfusions & Finding the Right Doctor17:13 - Iron Infusions, Holistic Remedies & Faith19:04 - DNC Surgery & Cancerous Polyps22:00 - Allergic to Anesthesia — The Skin Cancer Scare25:27 - IUD, Continued Bleeding & More Treatments27:06 - Conventional vs. Holistic Medicine29:05 - COVID, Hospitalization & an Enlarged Heart32:54 - Dr. Vladimir Friedman & the Heart Halter Monitor35:18 - Heart Stops While Sleeping37:35 - Is It All Connected? The Root Cause Question39:00 - Costochondritis & the Role of Stress40:39 - A Love-Hate Relationship With Food41:11 - The Power of Positive Thinking & Les Brown43:18 - Stefan's 20 Years of Public Speaking43:58 - The U.P.L.Y.F.T. Mentorship Program45:12 - Walk a Mile in My Shoes — May 23rd, Brooklyn45:57 - Closing Thoughts & Choosing Health🎙️ The I Choose Health Podcast is your source for holistic health, integrative medicine, and real stories of healing. Choosing health is choosing power, possibility, and purpose.📱 Follow us on socials for more content.🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://linkly.link/2ii1x#IChooseHealth #AshleyStfort #ChronicIllness #Lymphedema #Endometriosis #WomensHealth #FaithAndHealth #MedicalMysterySolved #HolisticHealth #ChoosingHealth #BlackWomensHealth #UPLYFT #WalkAMileInMyShoes #PositiveThinking #ChronicPain #IntegrativeMedicine #HealthPodcast #ResilienceStory #YouAreNotAlone #PowerOfFaith

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthWhat if everything in your first aid kit was working against your body instead of helping it?In Episode 69 of the I Choose Health Podcast, I sit down with Jodi Scott, CEO and co-founder of Green Goo—a company redefining how we heal.Jody shares the powerful story behind creating plant-based first aid products that challenge everything we’ve been taught about healing cuts, burns, eczema, and inflammation.From questioning why we put flammable chemicals on our skin… to building an FDA-registered, plant-powered alternative… this conversation will change how you think about your health.🔑 What You’ll Learn:Why traditional first aid products may be harming your bodyThe hidden dangers of petroleum, parabens, and synthetic chemicalsHow plant-based healing actually works (and why it’s more effective)The connection between your skin, nervous system, and overall healthHow one family built a wellness company that’s now influencing doctors and patients🌱 Key Takeaway:Your body already knows how to heal—sometimes the best thing you can do is stop getting in its way.🔗 Connect with JodiScott:Website: https://www.greengoo.comAmazon: Search “Green Goo First Aid”📌 Chapters:00:00 – The moment that changed everything02:25 – Meet Jody Scott & Green Goo06:24 – Why traditional first aid is outdated10:34 – The shocking discovery about skincare14:35 – Why “pain = healing” is a myth19:57 – Building a business with family23:45 – Breaking into a skeptical industry30:05 – Doctors are starting to notice32:36 – What this taught her about health#PlantBasedHealing #GreenGoo #NaturalHealth #FirstAid #HolisticHealth #IChooseHealth #WellnessJourney #ToxicFreeLiving #SkincareTruth #healthpodcast 🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://ichoosehealthpodcast.myshopify.com/products/healthy-girl-dad-premium-hoodie?variant=53587408716140

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthWhat if your food could either heal you… or harm you?In this powerful episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, we sit down with Cherie Calbom, M.S., world-renowned nutritionist, author of Juicing for Life, and former nutritionist to George Foreman to break down the truth about juicing, seed oils, and the modern diet. From her personal healing journey to working alongside legends, Cherie shares how simple nutrition changes can transform your energy, mental health, and longevity.👉 This episode covers:The shocking story that started her juicing journeyWhy the Standard American Diet (SAD) is destroying healthThe truth about seed oils and inflammationHow juicing impacts your brain, mood, and energyThe connection between diet and mental healthWhy “moderation” might not work the way you thinkThis conversation may change how you think about food forever.🔗 Connect with Cherie Calbom🌐 Website: https://www.juiceladyinfo.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juiceladycherie/📚 Cherie Calbom Books (Amazon)📗 Juicing for Life (BESTSELLER)👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/0895295121📘 The Juice Lady’s Guide to Juicing for Health👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/1583333177📙 The Truth About Seed Oils👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/1631441000📕 The Juice Lady’s Living Foods Revolution👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/1616383631👕 Podcast Merch (Support the Movement)🔥 Healthy Girl Dad Hoodie👉 https://ichoosehealthpodcast.myshopify.com/products/healthy-girl-dad-premium-hoodie?variant=53587408716140⏱️ Chapters0:00 – Intro: The Power of Food & Healing1:29 – Mental Health & Choosing Healing3:02 – Meet Cherie Calbom (The Juice Lady)4:36 – Her Healing Journey Through Juicing9:20 – The Western Diet Problem13:11 – Losing Loved Ones & Health Wake-Up Call17:11 – Why Fresh Juice Tastes Better Than Store Juice20:23 – Energy, Fitness & Nutrition Connection23:30 – Juicing Pioneers (Jack LaLanne & More)25:56 – Working with George Foreman29:17 – Protein, Diets & Longevity32:35 – Veganism & Faith-Based Nutrition36:27 – Food, Mood & Relationships40:24 – Mental Health & Diet Connection44:13 – The Truth About Medication vs Root Causes47:04 – Supplements vs Diet (What Really Works)48:07 – The Myth of Moderation50:52 – Final Thoughts on Health & Lifestyle53:05 – Healthy Girl Dad Movement55:24 – Where to Find Cherie + Closing🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0#JuicingForLife #CherieCalbom #SeedOils #NaturalHealing #HolisticHealth #PlantBased #Nutrition #MentalHealth #IChooseHealth #HealthyLiving #Juicing #WellnessJourney #HealthPodcast #VeganLifestyle #CleanEating

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth🫒 Are seed oils silently sabotaging your health? In this episode of I Choose Health, we sit down with author and wellness expert Cherie Calbom; known as the Juice Lady, to uncover the truth behind seed oils: what they are, how they're made, why they're in almost every packaged food, and what you can do about it.Cherie is the co-author of The Truth About Seed Oils and has spent decades researching the connection between diet and disease. Today she breaks down the science, the history, and the industry tactics that have kept this conversation quiet for far too long.────────────────────────────🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE────────────────────────────✔ What seed oils actually are (and why "vegetable oil" is a misleading name)✔ The worst oils to avoid — corn, canola, soy, safflower, sunflower, and more✔ The chemistry behind why seed oils create toxic byproducts in your body✔ How an imbalanced omega-6 to omega-3 ratio drives chronic inflammation✔ The link between seed oils and heart disease, cancer, dementia, and more✔ How the seed oil industry demonized coconut oil and saturated fats after WWII✔ The best oils to cook with and how smoke points affect safety✔ Practical steps to reduce seed oil exposure at home and when eating out────────────────────────────💬 SOUNDBITES FROM THIS EPISODE────────────────────────────"Almost everything you buy in a package or a box has seed oil in it.""Seed oils are setting us up for dis-ease in our bodies.""It's the silent killer — we've got tons of science linking seed oils to a host of diseases."────────────────────────────⏱️ CHAPTERS────────────────────────────00:00 Introduction and context of seed oil discussion00:28 The rise of seed oil awareness and social media influence05:50 What are seed oils and why are they harmful06:43 Chemistry and toxicity of seed oils08:01 Omega-6 to omega-3 ratio and inflammation09:44 Seed oils and chronic disease links11:07 The industry's role in promoting seed oils12:16 Good vs. bad oils — a full list of recommendations16:17 Historical perspective on dietary fats and industry influence18:37 How consumers can pressure industry change20:35 Practical tips for choosing healthy oils23:40 Cherie Calbom's background and expertise28:01 Grassroots movements and policy change30:57 Resources and how to connect with Cherie────────────────────────────📚 RESOURCES MENTIONED────────────────────────────📖 The Truth About Seed Oils (Book) → https://a.co/d/0ed35QVQ🌿 Juice Lady Cheri website → https://www.juiceladyinfo.com📱 Follow Cherie on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/juiceladycherie/────────────────────────────💙 THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY BETTERHELP────────────────────────────Therapy helped me realize I deserve to be happy and it can do the same for you. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist by video, phone, or chat, on your schedule.Get 10% off your first month → https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth────────────────────────────🔔 SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW────────────────────────────If this episode opened your eyes, please like, share, and subscribe — it helps more people find the truth about what's in their food.🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0#SeedOils #TruthAboutSeedOils #RFKJr #CherieCalbom #IChooseHealth #HealthyEating #AntiInflammatory #CleanEating #NaturalHealth #FoodIndustry #WellnessPodcast #Omega3

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🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthBridge the gap between feeling fine and actually knowing what’s going on inside your body. With our #sponsor LabCorp OnDemand, you can get real insights into your health — including hormones, metabolism, and overall wellness — without the guesswork.👉 Get 20% off select tests today:https://www.trylco.com/ichoosehealthDon’t wait until something feels wrong. Be proactive. Know your baseline. Choose your health.David Cross opens up like never before.In this raw and unfiltered interview, David Cross (Arrested Development, Mr. Show, Scary Movie 2) breaks down the truth about comedy, mental health, fame, and the struggles that shaped his career.From growing up in a difficult environment to using humor as a survival tool, David shares how comedy became more than just a career , it became a lifeline.We also dive into:The reality of stand-up comedy lifeWhy most comedians struggle with mental healthThe truth about modern comedy and TikTok cultureBehind-the-scenes stories from Arrested Development and Mr. ShowHealth, aging, and staying grounded in the entertainment industryIf you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to make people laugh and what it costs , this conversation is for you.👉 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more real conversations.🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts📲 Follow “I Choose Health” for more powerful conversations⏱️ CHAPTERS:01:42 Sponsor: BetterHelp (Mental Health)03:20 Sponsor: LabCorp (Health & Testing)06:08 Meet David Cross07:20 Growing up & moving constantly08:46 First meeting story (funny moment)10:41 Getting into comedy12:16 Early stand-up struggles13:03 Comedy as a coping mechanism14:00 Influences: Andy Kaufman, George Carlin17:10 Standing out as a comedian18:27 Mr. Show & career breakthrough20:00 Evolution of comedy style21:52 Arrested Development impact22:28 Creating Tobias Funke25:02 Why stand-up is everything26:52 Thoughts on new comedians & TikTok28:49 Acting vs improv30:24 Scary Movie 2 behind the scenes32:04 Funniest Wayans brother33:22 Religion & upbringing discussion35:08 Health, aging & lifestyle39:10 Touring & staying healthy42:45 Mental health & stress management45:02 Coping with success & failure47:15 Perspective on life & gratitude50:05 Dark humor explained52:39 Impact of comedy on fans55:19 Childhood struggles & trauma56:28 Why comedy saved him57:35 Bob Odenkirk & friendship58:13 New special announcement59:52 Why stand-up is unmatched01:01:03 Funny outro moment🎤 Where to Find David Cross🌐 Official Website: https://www.officialdavidcross.com🎬 Watch His New Special: https://officialdavidcross.com/products/the-end-of-the-beginning-of-the-end📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidcrossofficial/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@davidcrossofficial?lang=en👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialdavidcross/🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0#DavidCross #ComedyInterview #StandUpComedy #MentalHealth #ArrestedDevelopment #scarymovie2 #wayansbros #reginahall #tobiasfunke #leatherdaddy #kungfupanda #crane #andykaufman #richardpryor #stevemartin #georgecarlin #bobodenkirk #bettercallsaul #bobsaget #Podcast #IChooseHealth #ComedyTruth #SelfImprovement #Motivation

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthWhat if your body isn’t working against you… but trying to protect you?In this powerful episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, we sit down with Ali Chandler, founder of UpSelf, to explore the missing link in healing that most people—and even practitioners—overlook.After spending years battling Lyme disease, toxicity, and POTS—at one point becoming completely bed-bound—Ali discovered that true healing goes far beyond protocols, supplements, and diets.It starts with the brain.We dive deep into:How the limbic system impacts chronic illnessWhy your nervous system may be blocking your healingThe connection between trauma, fear, and physical symptomsWhy mindset is just as important as diet and supplementsHow to stop feeling like your body is “against you”The role of functional vs. conventional medicinePractical ways to regulate your nervous system and support recoveryThis episode is for anyone who feels stuck, dismissed, or exhausted from trying everything—and still not healing.🧠 Start Your Healing Journey👉 Patient Archetype Quiz: https://upsellhealth.com/patient👉 Brain Healing Blueprint: https://upsellhealth.com/brain👩‍⚕️ For Practitioners👉 Start Here: https://upsellhealth.com/start👉 Practitioner Archetype: https://upsellhealth.com/archetype🤝 Connect with UpSell Health:Website: https://upsellhealth.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/upsellhealthYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@upsellhealthmarketingTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@upsellhealthLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/upsell-health⏱️ Chapters00:00 – The Missing Piece to Healing01:09 – Why Practitioners Should Never Dismiss Patients02:00 – BetterHelp Sponsor02:57 – “I Choose Health” Philosophy03:16 – Meet Ali Chandler (Founder of UpSelf)04:23 – Her 10-Year Healing Journey06:05 – What Is the Limbic System?08:44 – Rewiring the Brain for Healing10:59 – Trauma, Memory & Fear Responses14:26 – How Past Experiences Shape Your Nervous System16:17 – Why People Stay Stuck Despite Doing Everything Right18:32 – Functional vs. Conventional Medicine20:16 – The Problem with Dismissive Healthcare24:30 – The Turning Point in Ali’s Diagnosis27:02 – The Role of Mindset in Healing29:26 – The Trap of Toxic Positivity31:48 – Nervous System Regulation Tools33:22 – Emotional Awareness & Healing36:22 – Signs You’re Focusing on the Wrong Protocol38:57 – Why Men Struggle with Emotions42:47 – Signs You’re Finally Healing44:59 – Building Capacity Instead of Avoiding Stress46:41 – Final Thoughts49:06 – Sleep Optimization Tip#NervousSystemHealing #MindBodyConnection #ChronicIllnessRecovery #LimbicSystem #FunctionalMedicine #HealingJourney #MentalHealthMatters #BrainRewiring #TraumaHealing #HolisticHealth #WellnessPodcast #HealthTransformation #LymeDiseaseRecovery #SelfHealing #AnxietyRelief #MindsetShift #GutBrainConnection #BiohackingHealth #IChooseHealth #BetterHelp #EmotionalHealing #ChronicIllnessSupport #HealthPodcast #AlternativeHealing #RootCauseHealing🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthWhat if glowing, youthful skin has less to do with skincare products—and more to do with how much you move?In this episode of I Choose Health, we welcome back Dr. Natalya Borakowski to break down the powerful connection between exercise, circulation, and skin health—all the way down to the cellular level.Your skin is not just something you treat from the outside. It’s a living organ that reflects everything happening inside your body. And without movement, your skin may not be getting the oxygen and nutrients it needs to truly thrive.⏱ Chapters:03:36 Meet Dr. Natalya Borakowski04:19 Skin Is a Living Organ (Not Just Cosmetic)06:50 Why Movement Improves Skin at the Cellular Level08:55 Is It Okay to Sweat?09:39 Exercising Indoors vs Outdoors12:29 Finding Joyful Movement (Not Punishment)13:05 NEAT: Everyday Movement That Matters16:18 Hydration & Skin Health18:55 Acne, Hormones, and Inflammation21:15 Does Exercise Cause Breakouts? (Myth Busted)23:00 Understanding Dermis vs Epidermis25:05 Nutrition, Vitamins & Collagen Support27:33 Exercise Improves All Areas of Life27:57 Biggest Myth: “Lifting Weights Makes You Bulky”31:00 How to Stay Active as You Age32:44 The Power of Community & Movement33:48 Weekly Health ChallengeConnect with Dr. Natalya BorakowskiUnveil You (Website)https://www.unveilyou.life/Desert Bloom Skincarehttps://www.desertbloomskincare.comInstagram (Dr. Natalya Borakowski)https://www.instagram.com/natalyaborakowski/Instagram (Unveil You)https://www.instagram.com/unveilyou.life/In this episode, we discuss:How movement boosts blood circulation and skin glowWhy your skin can “suffocate” without enough activityThe role of collagen and protein in skin structureWhy sweating is actually beneficial for your bodyHow hormones impact skin as you ageThe connection between diet, inflammation, and acneWhy resistance training supports both muscle and skinHow joyful movement leads to long-term consistency🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0#SkinHealth #ExerciseBenefits #Collagen #AntiAging #IChooseHealth #FitnessMotivation #HealthyLiving #Wellness #MovementIsMedicine #Podcast

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthCan the mind and body heal themselves naturally?In this episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, Stefan Lessie sits down with Dr. Melanie Icard, a naturopathic physician specializing in holistic medicine, detox, and mind-body healing. Dr. Icard shares how her personal experiences—including losing her mother to cancer—shaped her mission to help people heal naturally by addressing the root causes of disease.The conversation explores the holistic foundations of health, including nutrition, detoxification, gut health, inflammation, stress, and the powerful connection between mental health and physical healing.Dr. Icard explains why many chronic diseases stem from lifestyle, stress, and inflammatory diets, and why true healing requires treating the whole person rather than just symptoms.You will learn:• Why mind-body medicine is a powerful tool for healing• How diet and detox can reduce inflammation and improve health• Why gut health and insulin resistance are critical for longevity• How stress and emotions impact blood sugar, hormones, and chronic disease• The role of community, gratitude, and connection in healing• Why holistic medicine focuses on root causes rather than symptomsDr. Icard also shares practical steps anyone can begin today, including reducing processed foods, avoiding fast food, improving sleep, spending time in nature, and resetting the nervous system.If you're interested in holistic health, natural medicine, detox, longevity, or preventive care, this interview offers powerful insights into how lifestyle, mindset, and community can transform health.⏱ CHAPTERS:03:51 Welcome Dr. Melanie Icard04:50 Dr. Icard’s Personal Journey Into Holistic Medicine05:17 Losing Her Mother to Cancer and Seeking Health07:41 Learning Natural Health From Her Father08:23 From Respiratory Therapist to Naturopathic Doctor09:58 The Problem With Hospital Nutrition11:23 Why Dr. Icard Focused on Root Causes of Disease12:45 Mind-Body Medicine and Emotional Healing14:37 Health Trends After the Pandemic16:45 Mind-Body Medicine and Nervous System Healing18:24 Why Holistic Medicine Treats Causes, Not Symptoms21:18 Stress, Cortisol, and Chronic Disease23:40 The Role of Mindset and Lifestyle in Healing24:59 Who Is “Dr. Mel”? Her Approach to Patient Care26:26 Foundational Steps to Holistic Health28:59 Sleep, Nature, and Building Healthy Habits30:16 Discipline vs Self-Compassion in Health31:28 Detox, Gut Healing, and Resetting the Body33:50 Gratitude, Mindset, and Mental Health34:03 Community and Connection in Healing36:57 Holistic Approaches to Mental Health Struggles38:20 Nutrition, Exercise, and Modern Health Awareness39:36 The Growing Interest in Holistic Medicine41:50 Seed Oils, Inflammation, and Food Policy44:00 The Future of Holistic and Mind-Body Medicine46:02 Where to Find Dr. Melanie Icard47:14 Weekly Health Habit: Cold Shower TherapyConnect With Dr. Melanie IcardWebsite & ProgramsMain Websitewww.drmelanieicard.comFree Masterclass: Biohacked Heart Blueprinthttps://www.webinar.drmelanieicard.co...Watch the Webinar Replayhttps://cardiohealth.drmelanieicard.c...Follow Dr. Mel OnlineYouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@Itsdrmel/videosInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/drmelholistic/TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@drmel_holisticFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/drmelholistic/🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel:    / @ichoosehealthpodcast   💪 Fitness Channel:    / @mindcorefitness1   📸 Instagram:   / ichoosehealthpodcast  🎵 TikTok:   / ichoosehealthpodcast  🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0#HolisticHealth #HolisticMedicine #MindBodyMedicine #NaturalHealing #FunctionalMedicine #PreventiveHealth #Detox #GutHealth #Inflammation#HealthPodcast

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthIs your skin aging faster than it should?In this episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, Dr. Natalya Borakowski explains the biggest misconception people have about skincare. Most people treat their skin like a cosmetic surface, but in reality your skin is a living organ that reflects what is happening inside your body.Dr. Borakowski shares how inflammation, stress, diet, and lifestyle choices directly impact skin aging. She also explains why skincare routines don’t have to be complicated and why internal health plays a much bigger role than most people realize.You will learn how nutrition, movement, stress levels, and overall health affect your skin’s ability to stay youthful and vibrant.If you care about natural health, longevity, and understanding the real science behind skin aging, this conversation will completely change how you think about skincare.Connect with Dr. Natalya BorakowskiUnveil You (Website)https://www.unveilyou.life/Desert Bloom Skincarehttps://www.desertbloomskincare.comInstagram (Dr. Natalya Borakowski)https://www.instagram.com/natalyaborakowski/Instagram (Unveil You)https://www.instagram.com/unveilyou.life/🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0#SkinHealth, #AntiAging, #Microneedling, #RFMicroneedling, #SkincareScience, #HolisticHealth, #NaturalSkincare, #HealthySkin, #IntegrativeMedicine, #AntiAgingTips, #SkinCareRoutine, #Longevity, #Dermatology, #skinrejuvenation, #WellnessLifestyle

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthIs homeopathy misunderstood — or was it deliberately suppressed?In this powerful episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, Stefan Lessie sits down with Antonella Artemisia Di Cillo, fully qualified homeopath, homeoherbalist practitioner, iridologist, and nutrition specialist.We explore:• The surprising role of John D. Rockefeller in early homeopathy• How homeopathy differs from herbal medicine• Why chronic disease is rising globally• The truth about integrative medicine• Emotional trauma, transgenerational healing & energetic medicine• The difference between acute and chronic care• Why nutrition is the foundation of healingAntonella shares her personal journey from working in finance to fully dedicating her life to holistic healing — and explains why modern medicine and traditional medicine don’t need to compete… they can complement each other.If you're curious about:* Root cause healing* Autoimmune disorders* Autism & ADHD support* Integrative cancer care* Living foods & plant-based nutrition* Functional mushrooms* Emotional healing through homeopathyThis episode is for you.🌿 Connect With Antonella Artemisia Di Cillo🌐 Website: https://www.thegardenofherbalhealing.com/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegardenofherbalhealing/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576274043787⏱ CHAPTERS00:00 – Rockefeller & The History of Homeopathy02:03 – Sponsor: BetterHelp03:26 – Stefan’s Background in History & Science04:53 – Meet Antonella Artemisia Di Cillo06:52 – From Finance Burnout to Herbal Medicine08:54 – Adrenal Fatigue & Medicinal Mushrooms11:32 – What Is Iridology?14:03 – Defining True Holistic Health17:33 – Mental Health, Trauma & Homeopathy19:14 – Balancing Tradition & Modern Research23:36 – Common Misconceptions About Holistic Medicine27:13 – Rockefeller’s Shift to Pharmaceuticals31:33 – Homeopathy vs Herbal Medicine Explained35:47 – Root Cause vs Symptom Suppression38:55 – Chronic Conditions on the Rise40:25 – Acute vs Chronic: When Modern Medicine Is Essential44:24 – Nutrition Patterns Seen in Iridology46:05 – Living Foods & Detox Pathways50:04 – Function vs Taste in Nutrition52:07 – Nrf2 Pathway & Cellular Protection54:17 – How to Work With Antonella55:10 – Weekly Health Challenge: Swap Screen Time for Reading🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0#Homeopathy #HerbalMedicine #HolisticHealth #IntegrativeMedicine #NaturalHealing #EnergyMedicine #RootCauseHealing #AlternativeMedicine#FunctionalMedicine #PlantBasedHealing #LivingFoods #ChronicIllnessSupport #AutoimmuneHealing #MentalHealthAwareness#IChooseHealth

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthWhat makes someone go from killing animals on a family farm… to becoming a vegan parkour athlete fighting animal agriculture and environmental destruction?In this powerful episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, Dobrin Nikolov shares his raw journey from Bulgaria martial arts champion and reality TV winner to outspoken vegan environmental advocate.We discuss:• The brutal fishing industry and ocean destruction• Why animal agriculture is devastating the planet
• Media censorship and being silenced on national TV
• Losing 15kg on a reality show and rebuilding his strongest body vegan
• The truth about “sustainable fishing”
• Mammal biomass, human overpopulation, and environmental collapse
• Religion, capitalism, and why people resist changeDobrin opens up about depression, self-doubt, and choosing purpose and why he believes veganism is a moral, environmental, and logical necessity.If you care about climate change, animal rights, strength myths about vegans, or the future of the planet this episode is for you.🌱 Choosing health is choosing power, possibility, and purpose.⏱ Chapters04:35 – Training Parkour Before He Even Knew the Sport Existed06:22 – Winning MMA Gold and Choosing Peace Over Violence07:45 – The Environmental Awakening That Changed Everything08:46 – Being the Only Vegan in His Bulgarian Town10:34 – Chasing World-Level Parkour to Spread a Bigger Message12:36 – Capitalism, Career Illusions, and Trusting Science15:40 – Raised on an Animal Farm: Facing His Past17:14 – The Fishing Industry Video That Made Him Quit Fish18:00 – “If You Care About the Planet, Go Vegan”19:37 – Doubt, Discouragement, and Returning to Animal Products20:50 – The Final Decision: Fully Vegan in 201921:59 – Why Animal Agriculture Drives Environmental Collapse24:01 – The Fear of Losing Muscle on a Plant-Based Diet25:10 – Reality TV: Starved, Silenced, and Tested26:20 – Why He Ate Fish on the Show28:09 – Regaining 15kg of Muscle — Vegan30:26 – Quitting the Gym and Training in the Snow32:28 – Producers Admitted They Cast Him to Mock Veganism34:35 – Media Censorship: 90% of His Message Was Cut36:48 – Humanity’s 1,600x Population Explosion38:20 – The Myth of “Sustainable” Fishing39:12 – The Shocking Mammal Biomass Breakdown41:36 – Humans Have Created More Mass Than All Life on Earth43:28 – 52 Choices: Declutter Your Space, Clear Your Mind🔗 Connect with Dobrin NikolovWant to follow Dobrin’s journey beyond the podcast? He’s actively sharing his story, training insights, and environmental advocacy across social media. Connect with him to stay inspired by vegan strength, movement, and purpose:👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dobrin.nikolov.3👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dobrin_world/👉 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DobrinWorldWhether you’re curious about plant-based performance, parkour, or the deeper environmental conversations he’s igniting around animal agriculture, Dobrin’s channels are the heart of his message.🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealt... 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitn... 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichooseheal...🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealth...🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0#Veganism #PlantBased #IChooseHealth #DobrinNikolov #Parkour #EnvironmentalAdvocacy #AnimalRights #ClimateChange #VeganFitness #Sustainability #OceanConservation #VeganStrength #MMA #Podcast #MentalHealth #BetterHelp #Bulgaria #VeganAthlete #EcoFriendly #AnimalAgriculture

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthDISCLAIMER:This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional about your personal health needs.In this episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, I’m joined by Morgan Smith, CEO of Kalm With Kava, to break down what kava is, why people use it to unwind and de-stress, and how kava fits into the growing movement of alcohol alternatives and mental wellness.Morgan shares his personal story, burnout, 80-hour work weeks, and why prescription sedatives weren’t a sustainable option for him.Additionally, we took an educational deep dive into kava’s South Pacific roots, traditional preparation, product quality, safety misconceptions, and what beginners should know before trying it.What we cover:-What kava is (and what it isn’t)-Kava’s cultural history + traditional use-How kava is prepared (and why many people “don’t feel it” at first)-The difference between traditional kava vs instant/micronized/concentrates-The “liver damage” myth + where it came fromRegulation issues (why kava bars sometimes get challenged)-Drug testing concerns + false positives-How Morgan uses kava in his personal routine🔗Connect with Morgan Smith + Kalm With Kava:Website: https://www.kalmwithkava.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kalm_with_kava/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/KalmwithKavaTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kalmwithkavaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/KalmwithKava🎙Morgan’s Podcast Kalm Down PodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Spotify (Kalm Down): https://creators.spotify.com/pod/prof...YouTube Playlist (Kalm Down):    • The Kalm Down Podcast  📌 Chapters:00:00 Burnout, anxiety, and why prescriptions weren’t the answer02:03 Why this conversation matters right now (mental health + stress)03:35 Meet Morgan Smith of Kalm With Kava04:40 What is kava? The 3,000-year South Pacific tradition06:34 How kava works: relaxation, euphoria, and centering effects08:14 Why kava worked when CBD and other alternatives didn’t10:16 How fast kava works (and why some people “don’t feel it”)12:03 Honoring kava’s roots + preserving cultural integrity16:55 Safety, supplements, and why quality matters18:39 Regulation battles: why kava bars get shut down22:27 Instant vs traditional kava (what beginners should know)25:26 Sourcing, farming, and avoiding contaminated products35:36 The future of kava vs alcohol and pharmaceuticals42:03 Morgan’s nightly routine + where to find Kalm With Kava🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealt...⁠ 💪 Fitness Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitn...⁠ 📸 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ichooseheal...⁠🎵 TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealth...⁠🎧 Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness⁠🛍️ Shop Merch: ⁠https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0⁠⁠#VeganBusiness⁠⁠#EthicalEntrepreneur⁠⁠#kava #anxietyrelief #sobercurious

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthHow do you merge activism with business—without hiding who you are?In this powerful episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, we sit down with Lance Wilson, co-founder of Vegan Realty, to explore how values-aligned entrepreneurship can create real impact for animals, communities, and personal fulfillment.a lifestyle and social justice movement, and how being authentic about your values can actually attract the right clients—not repel them. From donating $1,000 to animal rescues for every home bought or sold, to building community through vegan events, cleanups, and education, Vegan Realty is proof that impact and income don’t have to compete.In this episode, we discuss:Why hiding your values in business leads to burnout and misalignmentHow veganism intersects with animal rights, environmental sustainability, and healthWhy individual actions matter more than we’re taught to believeHow conscious consumerism can shift entire industriesThe power of niche, purpose-driven branding in businessWhy “friends, not food” is more than a slogan—it’s a value systemHow community-based activism creates long-term changeWhat it really means to build wealth without compromising ethicsLance also breaks down his vegan origin story, how activism nearly pulled him away from real estate, and the pivotal moment when he realized he could combine his passion for animals with his professional expertise—creating a business model that gives back while thriving financially.This conversation is for:Ethical entrepreneurs and purpose-driven professionalsVegans and plant-based advocatesAnyone exploring conscious capitalismBusiness owners who want alignment, not compromisePeople who feel their individual actions “don’t matter”🌱 You don’t have to do business with everyone🏡 You do attract the people you’re meant to work with💚 And your values can be your greatest asset⏱️ Chapters00:00 Being Authentic in Business and Activism01:42 Do Individual Actions Really Matter?03:41 Healthier, Wealthier, Aligned03:49 Meet Lance Wilson of Vegan Realty05:43 Lance’s Vegan Origin Story07:50 From Activism Burnout to Purpose-Driven Business10:06 Building Vegan Realty and Donating $1,000 Per Sale12:12 Veganism as a Lifestyle and Value System14:03 Choosing Animal Rescues and Real Impact Stories16:14 Does Leading With Vegan Values Hurt Business?18:18 Why People Disconnect From Farm Animals20:32 Renaming Harm: How Language Hides Animal Cruelty22:24 The Myth of Separating Activism and Business24:24 Veganism, Faith, Health, and the Environment26:15 Junk Food Vegan vs Whole Food Plant-Based29:17 Vegan Living in LA vs Other Cities30:52 Why Your Daily Choices Matter for Animals33:51 Sustainability, Conscious Consumerism, and Real Estate35:36 Veganism, Athletic Performance, and Recovery37:22 What If Every Business Gave Back?38:58 Vegan Realty, Community Events, and Future Vision40:59 Final Thoughts and Where to Connect🔗 Connect with Lance & Vegan RealtyVegan Realty: https://www.linktr.ee/veganrealtyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/veganrealty/Lance Wilson IG: https://www.instagram.com/lanceiamhea...Health & Real Estate Podcast:https://youtube.com/@healthandrealest...If you’re facing stress, anxiety, or burnout, talking to someone can make a real difference.Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealt... 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitn... 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichooseheal...🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealth...🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0#VeganBusiness#EthicalEntrepreneur#PurposeDrivenBusiness#VeganActivism#AnimalRights

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthWhat if chronic diseases like high blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease were actually reversible?In this powerful episode of I Choose Health, Dr. Michael Klaper — physician, educator, and author of Moving Medicine Forward — explains how nutrition and lifestyle medicine can reverse many of the chronic illnesses that modern medicine often treats with lifelong medication.Dr. Klaper breaks down:Why most doctors are never trained in nutritionHow a whole food, plant-based diet heals the bodyThe “Red Tide” of toxins from animal-based foodsWhy lifestyle medicine works when pills failHow patients can safely reverse disease with foodThe real reason medicine resists nutrition-based healingYou’ll also hear how:High blood pressure and Type 2 diabetes can be reversedInflammation is driven by diet, not geneticsWhole plant foods repair cells and reduce oxidative stressDoctors can become true healers, not just prescribersThis episode is for anyone who wants to:✔ Improve their health naturally✔ Understand food as medicine✔ Learn how lifestyle changes affect disease✔ Take control of their long-term wellness📘 Get Dr. Klaper’s Book: Moving Medicine Forwardhttps://www.amazon.com/Moving-Medicin...🌐 Connect with Dr. Klaper:Website → https://www.movingmedforward.orgInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/doctorklaper/🎬 Chapters00:00 – Why Chronic Disease Is Reversible03:10 – Why Doctors Aren’t Taught Nutrition07:40 – The “Red Tide” of Animal-Based Foods12:45 – How Plant Foods Heal the Body17:30 – The Failure of Modern Medicine22:10 – Reversing Diabetes & High Blood Pressure27:00 – Food as Medicine Explained32:00 – What Doctors Should Be Teaching36:40 – Why Lifestyle Medicine Works40:30 – Final Thoughts on Healing#PlantBasedDiet #LifestyleMedicine #ReversingDisease #DrMichaelKlaper #FoodAsMedicine #HealthPodcast #WholeFoodPlantBased#ChronicDisease #NutritionMatters #IChooseHealth #PreventiveHealth#HealingNaturally #alternativehealth 🎧 Sponsored by BetterHelpGet 10% off your first month of therapy:👉 https://betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel:    / @ichoosehealthpodcast   💪 Fitness Channel:    / @mindcorefitness1   📸 Instagram:   / ichoosehealthpodcast  🎵 TikTok:   / ichoosehealthpodcast  🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthWhat does it really take to build lifelong health, strength, and energy — especially while balancing family, work, and real life?In this powerful conversation, we dive into healthy eating, veganism, fitness, identity, and long-term wellness, exploring how personal transformation begins with mindset, community, and daily habits. From overcoming health challenges to redefining what fitness looks like at every age, this episode breaks down what it truly means to live well.You’ll hear how identity shapes health choices, why movement and nutrition are non-negotiable, and how building strength goes far beyond the gym. Whether you're navigating family life, rebuilding your health, or looking for sustainable motivation, this episode offers practical insight and inspiration.💡 In this episode, we discuss:Why healthy eating matters now and later in lifeHow personal loss can spark powerful transformationThe truth about veganism and fitnessWhy identity plays a huge role in health successThe importance of community and accountabilityHow exercise builds strength, confidence, and energyStaying fit while balancing family lifeCorrective strategies for mobility and longevityWhy age should never limit your health goalsHow to create a long-term vision for wellness✨ Key Takeaway:Health is a gift. And no matter your age or starting point, you can choose to strengthen it.⏱️ Chapters00:00 The Importance of Healthy Eating02:29 Transformative Journeys and Personal Missions05:28 Debunking Myths About Veganism and Fitness08:48 The Role of Identity in Health Choices11:35 Building Strength and Energy Through Exercise14:24 The Impact of Community on Health17:31 Consciously Creating Your Identity20:37 Overcoming Age-Related Health Challenges23:31 The Balance of Family Life and Fitness26:32 Corrective Strategies for Mobility and Strength29:23 Sustaining Fitness Through Life Changes32:26 The Long-Term Vision for Health35:07 The Gift of Health and Wellness38:22 Final Thoughts and Resources🔗 Connect with Maxime Sigouin🌐 Website: https://www.mavywellness.com📘 Order Forever Fit: https://foreverfitbook.com📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@maximesigouin📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/maximesigou...https://www.instagram.com/mavywellness/https://www.instagram.com/foreverfitp...🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealt... 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitn... 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichooseheal...🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealth...🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0 #HealthyLiving #FitnessJourney #VeganHealth #WellnessPodcast #HealthyMindHealthyBody #foreverfit

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthAutoimmune diseases are rising at alarming rates and many people are still confused, misdiagnosed, or silently suffering. In this powerful episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, host Stefan Lessie sits down with Amy Behimer, board-certified wellness coach, PharmD, and host of the Autoimmune Health Secrets Podcast, to break down what autoimmune disease really is, why it’s increasing, and how people can reclaim power over their health.Amy shares her deeply personal journey living with vitiligo, Graves’ disease, and multiple sclerosis (MS), offering insight into what it’s like to receive multiple autoimmune diagnoses and how mindset, lifestyle, nutrition, and habits can dramatically influence disease progression, fatigue, and quality of life.This conversation explores:-What happens in the body during autoimmune disease-Why autoimmune conditions are often misdiagnosed or undiagnosed-The role of genetics, stress, diet, and environment-Why women are disproportionately affected-Whether autoimmune disease can go into remission-Managing chronic fatigue without shame or self-blame-The truth about gluten, dairy, sugar, and ultra-processed foods-Autoimmune-friendly movement and exercise-How words, mindset, and habits shape healing-Why self-blame is common—and how to release itWhether you live with lupus, MS, Hashimoto’s, Graves’ disease, or are supporting someone who does, this episode provides education, validation, and practical tools to help you choose health with clarity and compassion.🎧 If you’re searching for answers about autoimmune disease, fatigue, diet, remission, lifestyle medicine, functional health, or habit change, this episode is for you.⏱️ Chapters:3:26- Welcome Amy Behimer4:12- Amy on the Rise of Autoimmune Disease & Living with Vitiligo,Graves 51q GraveGravess, and Multiple Sclerosis(S)6:05- What Happens in the Body During Autoimmune Disease?7:05- Why the Immune System Attacks Itself8:10- How Diet Impacts Autoimmune Disease9:48- How Many Autoimmune Diseases Exist and Are They Rising?10:44- Why Autoimmune Diseases Go Undiagnosed11:51- Are autoimmune diseases a modern problem?13:54- Are autoimmune diseases genetic?14:43- Why Women Are More Prone to Autoimmune Disease16:25- Can Autoimmune Diseases Go Into Remission?19:15- Is Self-Blame Common With Autoimmune Disease?21:31- How Hard Is It to Deal With Multiple Sclerosis?23:04- Managing Fatigue With Autoimmune Disease24:48- Why Words Matter27:26- Foods That Worsen Autoimmune Symptoms29:17- Do Gluten, Dairy, and Sugar Affect Autoimmune Disease?31:56- Sugar’s Impact on Autoimmune Disease33:41- Are There Autoimmune-Friendly Exercises?35:35- Impact of Amy's Autoimmune Health Secrets Podcast40:23- 52 Choices🔗 Connect with Dr. Amy Behimer:Amy's Club Habit Hub:https://www.amybehimercoaching.com/joinPodcast:https://thehabithubpodcast.amybehimercoaching.com/Quiz: How to Feel Better With an Autoimmune Disease:https://www.amybehimercoaching.com/quizInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amybehimercoaching?igsh=eWV1NThzNHByOTly🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0rxOkqBlAQBZVfznoUpNvP?si=63cafff20a3c422d🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0#AutoimmuneDisease#HealthAndWellness#HabitChange#HolisticHealth#MindsetMatters#WellnessJourney#ResilientLiving#HealingJourney#LifestyleMedicine#PersonalGrowth#HealthCoaching#DietAndExercise#MentalResilience#SelfHealing#ChooseHealth

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthCannabis today is stronger than ever—but when used intentionally, responsibly, and at the right dosage, it can be a powerful tool for wellness.In this episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, host Stefan Lessie sits down with Ray Saltus of Brooklyn Organic Buds alongside fitness and wellness advocate Andre Zemnovitsch to explore the real conversation around cannabis, mental health, and healing.We discuss:🌿 Safe THC dosages for beginners (including low-dose pre-rolls and gummies)🧠 How set and setting impact anxiety, paranoia, and overall experience😴 Cannabis for sleep, PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, and recovery⚖️ Cannabis legalization in New York and why past marijuana convictions deserve re-evaluation🧬 The difference between THC, CBD, CBG, CBN, and CBC🏙️ How dispensaries like Brooklyn Organic Buds focus on education, wellness, and harm reduction💡 Why cannabis isn’t “one size fits all” and why some people should avoid it—or start very smallThis episode goes beyond stereotypes and explores cannabis as a plant medicine, not a party drug—highlighting responsible use, mental health awareness, and social justice in the modern cannabis era.🎧 Whether you’re cannabis-curious, wellness-focused, or interested in the future of legal cannabis, this episode offers grounded, honest insight you won’t hear elsewhere.🌿 Connect with Ray Saltus & Brooklyn Organic BudsLearn more about intentional cannabis use, wellness-focused products, and community education by connecting with Ray Saltus and Brooklyn Organic Buds.🌐 Website:https://www.brooklynorganicbuds.com📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/brooklynorganicbuds/📍 Location:Brooklyn Organic BudsProspect Heights, Brooklyn, NYBrooklyn Organic Buds is committed to education-first cannabis, low-dose options, and helping people explore plant medicine safely, intentionally, and responsibly.🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0#iscannabissafe #CannabisWellness #THCDosage #MentalHealthPodcast #CannabisEducation #BrooklynCannabis #PlantMedicine#CBD #THC #CannabisLegalization #WellnessPodcast#AnxietyRelief #PTSDHealing #HolisticHealth

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthWhat does real health actually mean—and why do so many people feel stuck even when they’re “eating healthy”?In this powerful episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, we sit down with Alex Jamal, a sports nutrition and fitness expert with over 20 years of experience working with high-performance clients including Frank Stallone and Elizabeth Jones. Alex breaks down the biggest misconceptions around nutrition, mindset, consistency, and what it truly takes to build long-term health and performance.From understanding why consistency beats motivation, to learning how stress sabotages nutrition, to navigating misleading advice from social media “health influencers,” this episode is packed with practical insights you can apply immediately.We also dive into:Why mindset matters more than dietingThe difference between looking healthy and being healthyHow sleep, stress, and emotional health impact performanceWhy most people fail at nutrition—and how to fix itLessons learned from training elite, high-performing individuals🎧 Whether you’re an athlete, professional, or someone trying to build sustainable healthy habits, this conversation will challenge how you think about food, fitness, and personal responsibility.Chapters02:53 – Introducing Alex JamalSports nutrition expert with elite high-performance experience03:20 – What Most People Misunderstand About HealthWhy “organic” and “gluten-free” don’t automatically mean healthy04:32 – The #1 Trait of High Performers06:16 – Lessons From Training Frank Stallone08:06 – “I’m Eating Healthy, But Nothing Is Changing”Common nutrition gaps holding people back10:16 – Healthy Food vs Healthy BehaviorWhy how you eat matters as much as what you eat12:29 – Reading Food Labels & Hidden SugarsUnderstanding carbohydrates, processing, and long-term internal health14:22 – How to Spot Bad Nutrition Advice OnlineCredentials, influencers, and evidence-based guidance16:45 – Why Successful People Prioritize Health FirstHealth as the foundation for performance and wealth17:40 – Mindset vs Diet for Long-Term HealthWhy diets fail without mental rewiring18:40 – Stress, Emotional Eating & Nutrition SabotageHow stress drives cravings and poor decisions21:10 – The Truth About Cheat MealsWhy cheat days often derail progress23:16 – Western Diet vs Other CulturesAccess, convenience, and the obesity problem25:12 – Looking Fit vs Being HealthyAesthetics, internal health, and long-term consequences27:11 – Accountability Outside the GymWhy results depend on what you do when no one is watching27:34 – When Performance Hides Health IssuesBlood work, pain, cholesterol, and silent warning signs29:35 – Can You Be a High Performer Without Commitment?Progress, failure, patience, and learning curves31:15 – Why Experience Beats ShortcutsThe value of coaching, failure, and persistence33:17 – Mindset Coaching & MasteryWhy health requires the same discipline as any profession35:39 – Lessons From Frank & Sly StalloneAdversity, resilience, and showing up through hard times🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if this episode helped you choose health.🔗 Connect with Alex Jamal🌐 Website: https://www.fitnessresultscoach.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetraineralex/📸 FitnessResultsCoach: https://www.instagram.com/fitnessresultscoach/🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0#eatinghealthy #nutrition #fitness #alternativehealth #personaltrainer

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthCan you be plant-based without becoming nutrient deficient? Can plant-based athletes really perform at a high level? In this episode, NBA All-Star nutritionist + body transformation coach Julia Furlipa breaks down what “doing plant-based correctly” actually looks like—especially for performance, recovery, fiber, and energy.We also dig into inflammation, the pH/alkaline conversation, why many people feel worse when they switch too fast, and how stress can sabotage even the “cleanest” nutrition plan.🎙️ Guest: Julia Furlipa (NutriFit Julia)• Plant-forward performance nutrition (80–90% plant-based approach)• Author: The 7+ Lifestyle (pH-focused, whole-person health)• Free fiber guide + newsletter available on her platforms========================CHAPTERS 02:43 Welcome + guest intro (NBA All-Star nutritionist Julia Furlipa)03:41 Julia’s origin story: why she became a nutritionist04:37 Family cancer experiences + “fiber” moment that changed everything06:12 Research mindset + building evidence-based nutrition knowledge08:15 Plant-based journey + certifications/workshops (Cornell, seminars, Dr. Greger)10:22 Why she didn’t choose the RD route + continuing education12:35 Becoming an NBA All-Star nutritionist (80–90% plant-based approach)13:04 Plant-based performance + recovery + common misconceptions14:51 Plant medicine / herbs talk (soursop, moringa, etc.)16:53 Behavior change problem + “microwave society” + GLP-1 clients needing guidance18:35 Plant-based performance nutrition: everyday vs elite athletes19:58 “You have to eat” + under-eating + calories for performance21:27 Tracking approach + fiber-first + easing into higher fiber23:46 Elite athlete fueling: carbs, timing, small meals, hydration/electrolytes26:18 Alkaline vs acidic: Julia’s 7+ Lifestyle framework29:08 What to cut first for inflammation (and why)31:47 Anti-inflammatory supports: amla, turmeric + black pepper, water, movement34:10 Stress, rest, and lifestyle choices that impact health35:04 NBA client buy-in + family response to plant-forward plan37:07 Chef collaboration + practical swaps (nutritional yeast, etc.)38:13 Julia’s book + free fiber guide + newsletter + Academy preview40:10 Coaching offers + transformation program overview========================🔗 Connect with Julia ForlipaFollow Julia for plant-based performance nutrition, fiber education, and whole-body health insights:📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nutrifitjulia/🎵 TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@nutrifitjulia📘 Book – The 7+ Lifestyle(Plant-forward nutrition, inflammation reduction, and pH-focused living)https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CR5KQM2R🥦 FREE Fiber Guide + Health Tips (Opt-In)Learn how to increase fiber safely and sustainablyhttps://www.bestlifebyyou.com/opt-in💪 Work With Julia (Coaching & Body Transformation Programs)Nutrition strategy, performance fueling, and 1:1 coachinghttps://www.bestlifebyyou.com/workwithme🎧 Best Life By You PodcastConversations on nutrition, mindset, performance, and whole-person healthhttps://open.spotify.com/show/0Horu0fe1v0bkRJIlBgvUoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bestlifebyyou🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0#plantbasednutrition #vegan #athlete #eatlikeanathlete

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth In this powerful episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, we sit down with Max Amsden, a competitive bodybuilder living with kidney failure and dialysis, to unpack one of the most inspiring stories of grit, discipline, and purpose you’ll hear.Max opens up about:Being diagnosed with kidney failure due to a genetic autoimmune conditionCompeting in bodybuilding while on dialysisNavigating divorce, fatherhood, and mental healthFacing online criticism and steroid accusationsTraining, nutrition, and recovery with compromised kidney functionLetting go of the “why me” mindset and choosing forward momentumThis episode dives deep into resilience, mental toughness, delayed gratification, and choosing health even when life feels unfair. We also discuss diet strategies, protein intake, creatine myths, stress management, and how fatherhood became Max’s greatest source of motivation.If this episode inspires you, please like, comment, and subscribe. Your support helps us share more real conversations about health, healing, and human potential.⏱️ Chapters / Timestamps00:00 – The “Why Me?” Moment00:37 – Living With Kidney Failure & Severe Symptoms01:30 – Mental Health, Depression & Choosing Healing02:25 – BetterHelp Sponsor Message03:00 – Discovering a Bodybuilder Competing on Dialysis03:52 – Introducing Max Amstend04:44 – Family History & Genetic Kidney Disease06:28 – Dialysis: The New Reality07:01 – Letting Go of “Why Me”08:46 – Discipline, Grit & Next-Level Mindset10:05 – Doing the Hard Thing First12:09 – Internet Hate & Social Media Criticism14:03 – Steroid Accusations & TRT Truth16:53 – “I Didn’t Come This Far Just to Come This Far”17:45 – Divorce, Stress & Emotional Impact19:58 – Using Training as Therapy21:25 – Fatherhood as Motivation23:56 – Genetic Risk & Parenting With Perspective28:14 – Diet, Training & Kidney-Friendly Nutrition30:44 – Protein Intake, Labs & Long-Term Health33:00 – Off-Season Diet Strategy35:16 – Research-Driven Health Decisions36:29 – Creatine & Kidney Health Explained39:46 – Good Days vs Bad Days on Dialysis42:03 – Breathwork, Support & Brotherhood43:18 – Episode Reflection & Gratitude44:30 – Choosing Health, Power & Purpose📣 Connect with Max Amsden ➡️ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therookielift...➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therookieli...🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0#kidneywarrior #dialysiswarrior #mentalstrength #bodybuilding #health #alternativehealth #healthandfitness #mentalhealth #vegan

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthThis conversation dives deep into the intersection of activism, climate change, comedy, and social change, uncovering how humor, art, and direct action can challenge corporate greed and inspire environmental justice. The speakers unpack their experiences in community organizing, reflect on the legacy of past movements, and explore how media influence shapes public awareness.With honesty and humor, they confront a hard truth: “We want change, but we don’t want to change.” From climate defiance to mental health in activism, this dialogue highlights the importance of collective action, the power of laughter, and the urgent need for new leadership to protect our planet.Whether you're passionate about activism, concerned about the climate crisis, or curious about how comedy can be a tool for resistance, this episode offers both insight and inspiration.KEY TAKEAWAYS• Activism can take many forms, including art, comedy, and direct action• Climate change is an urgent crisis fueled by corporate greed• Humor can open doors to difficult conversations• Greed is a barrier to progress• Collective action is essential for meaningful social change• Past movements shape today’s activism• Mental health matters in sustained community organizingSOUND BITES• “We are agitating for change.”• “Laughter is medicine.”• “The truth keeps coming up.”CHAPTERS00:00 – The Call for Change and Resistance to Change02:27 – Activism Through Art and Comedy05:01 – Climate Defiance: A Movement for Change07:29 – The Role of Corporations in Climate Crisis10:07 – The Impact of Activism on Society12:47 – Direct Action and Its Consequences15:12 – The Power of Media in Activism17:51 – The Intersection of Comedy and Activism20:10 – Greed and Its Impact on Society22:35 – The Future of Activism and Change25:21 – The Role of Humor in Serious Issues27:45 – The Importance of Collective Action30:40 – The Legacy of Activism and Its Challenges33:22 – The Need for New Leadership35:32 – The Future of Our Planet and Society🔗CONNECT WITH ZIVONFollow Zivon for motivation, activism updates, speaking clips, and more:Instagram (Main): https://www.instagram.com/zivon_toplin/Instagram (Motivation): https://www.instagram.com/motivationbyz/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@motivationbyz...🔗CONNECT WITH CLIMATE DEFIANCELearn more, get involved, or support the movement:Website: https://www.climatedefiance.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/climatedefiance/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@climatedefian...🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0#climatechange #savetheplanet #activism #alternativehealth #healthandfitness #mentalhealth #vegan

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthIn this powerful conversation, renowned animal rights activist Gary Yourofsky exposes the hidden realities of animal cruelty, speciesism, and the systems that normalize violence against sentient beings. This interview goes deep into the ethical foundation of veganism, the political and environmental impact of our food choices, and why compassion must guide the way we eat and live.Gary reveals how the meat and dairy industries profit from misinformation—fueling animal exploitation, harming human health, and accelerating environmental destruction. He speaks openly about the defining moments that shaped his activism, including witnessing the brutal truth behind factory farming and understanding why animals deserve the same moral consideration we expect for ourselves.Whether you’re vegan, transitioning, or simply curious about ethical eating, this discussion uncovers the truth behind speciesism, the health benefits of a plant-based lifestyle, and why activism is essential in a world that normalizes abuse.If you care about justice, ethical responsibility, and creating a more compassionate world, this interview is a must-watch.🌱 Key Takeaways• Humans often exploit animals under the belief that their offspring and bodies belong to us.• Witnessing animal cruelty firsthand can be a turning point for activists.• Speciesism is a discriminatory system parallel to racism and sexism.• The meat and dairy industries promote nutritional myths to justify animal abuse.• Practicing compassion toward animals is a moral and ethical responsibility.• Most people remain unaware of the suffering behind everyday food products.• The political climate around meat consumption is increasingly polarized.• Activism requires confronting uncomfortable truths about society.• Personal experiences often shape one’s commitment to animal liberation.• Veganism is a lifestyle rooted in justice, not just a diet.🎬 Chapters00:00 — The Cruelty of Animal Exploitation09:59 — Confronting Speciesism and the Ethics of Veganism19:44 — The Systematic Lies of Animal Agriculture29:59 — The Political Landscape of Meat Consumption39:45 — The Role of Compassion and Moral Responsibility49:34 — The Disconnect Between Humans and Animals59:08 — The Power of Truth in Activism01:09:20 — The Impact of Personal Experience on Veganism01:19:09 — The Future of Vegan Activism and EducationDONATE TO STOP 🛑 ANIMAL CRUELTY TODAY: https://givebutter.com/i8C92IVisit https://www.sashafarm.org to see the other ways you can help!🌐 Want to Take Action?Visit Gary Yourofsky’s official website https://www.adaptt.org to explore more ways you can help animals, learn about vegan activism, and access powerful educational resources that support animal liberation and ethical living.Connect with Gary YourofskyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/realgaryyou...TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealgaryyo...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealt... 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitn... 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichooseheal...🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealth...🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0#animalrights #goveganfortheanimals #animalliberation #garyyourofsky #govegan

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth“GET OVER HERE!” — The original Scorpion from the 1995 Mortal Kombat movie enters the I Choose Health Podcast! In this exclusive interview, Chris Casamassa opens the gates of the Netherrealm and shares unseen stories about Mortal Kombat, Red Dragon Karate, stunt acting, longevity, discipline, and how he’s in the best shape of his life at 60 years old.Whether you grew up spamming Scorpion’s spear in MK1…Whether you idolized the 1995 film…Or whether you're deep into wellness, martial arts, discipline, and longevity…THIS episode is a must-watch.🔥 WHAT YOU’LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE:• The REAL origin story of Red Dragon Karate — and why Chris’ father became a pioneer of America’s first mixed-martial art.• Mortal Kombat behind-the-scenes secrets from the original 1995 film.*• Why Scorpion became one of the most loved “villains” in gaming history.• Chris’ longevity philosophy—how he stays elite at 60 years old.• Injury recovery, discipline, and how martial arts builds ageless bodies.• Why most people want the results but not the process (Scorpion-level truth bombs).• How Chris became BATMAN in Batman & Robin and why that changed his life.• The emotional breakthrough moment with a student that meant more than any movie role.🔥 WHY MORTAL KOMBAT & LONGEVITY FANS WILL LOVE THISChris doesn’t just play Scorpion.He lives the discipline, resilience, and warrior mindset behind the character.This episode blends MK nostalgia, martial arts history, Hollywood stunt wisdom, and timeless longevity principles. If you love:✔ Mortal Kombat✔ Scorpion✔ Martial arts✔ Red Dragon Karate✔ Aging like a warrior✔ Peak performance✔ Discipline & masteryYou’re in the perfect place.Chapters:03:58 — Chris Casamassa: Actor, Author & Martial Artist04:39 — Red Dragon Karate: Origin Story06:16 — Early American Martial Arts & Dojo Battles07:52 — Building the Red Dragon Legacy in California08:40 — Life Lessons from Master Louis Casamassa09:54 — Black Belt Truth: Process Over Results10:57 — Fitness at 60: Martial Arts Longevity Tips11:33 — Scorpion Training: How Chris Stays Camera-Ready11:56 — Stunt Injuries & Warrior Recovery Mindset12:51 — Longevity & Discipline: Chris’s Health Philosophy14:05 — How Red Dragon Karate Fueled His Stunt Career18:50 — Why Fans Love Scorpion More Than the Hero20:40 — How Martial Arts Can Transform Society21:44 — Anti-Bullying Mission: Bully-Proof Kids23:14 — National Bully Prevention Tour & Free Parent Tools24:38 — Mortal Kombat Set Memories: Meeting Raiden26:18 — Honest Review of the New Mortal Kombat Movies27:58 — Mortal Kombat 2 (2026): Multiverse & Fan Hopes30:52 — How Chris Would Return as Scorpion Today31:30 — Goal: Reach 1 Million Kids + Nickelodeon Project32:22 — Upcoming Films & Scorpion vs. Wolverine (Fan Film)34:50 — Red Dragon Karate Expansion to 25 Schools35:49 — Charity Work: Cancer, Homeless Outreach & Toys for Tots🔗 CONNECT WITH CHRIS CASAMASSAWebsites:https://www.chriscasamassa.comhttps://www.reddragonkarate.comhttps://www.bully.orgInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chriscasamassaFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/chriscasamassa117X (Twitter):https://twitter.com/realMKscorpionLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriscasamassa🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel:    / @ichoosehealthpodcast   💪 Fitness Channel:    / @mindcorefitness1   📸 Instagram:   / ichoosehealthpodcast  🎵 TikTok:   / ichoosehealthpodcast  🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0#mortalkombat #scorpion #chriscasamassa #reddragonkarate

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthIn this episode of I Choose Health, NPC Bodybuilder Halim Henni breaks down the exact bodybuilding phases he uses to build a stage-ready physique — from clean bulking, structured cutting, to the intense strategy behind a successful peak week.Henni also opens up about the mental side of bodybuilding: meditation, emotional regulation, discipline, and the mindset work required to become the best version of yourself.Whether you're a beginner trying to understand the basics or an advanced athlete fine-tuning your prep, this conversation gives you an inside look at the lifestyle, strategy, and psychology behind elite bodybuilding.🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode-The full breakdown of bodybuilding phases-How Henni works with another trainer to achieve competition-ready conditioning-The truth about clean bulking and why quality calories matter-How to cut fat safely with cardio, macros, and sustainable calorie reduction-Strategies for peak week: keto, water manipulation, sodium, timing-The mindset practices that helped him stay grounded and avoid burnout-Why mental health is essential for long-term success in fitness-How to approach bodybuilding in a safe, sustainable, and healthy way⏱️ ChaptersIntroduction to Bodybuilding Phases – 00:00:00Bulking: Clean Eating and Growth – 00:03:00Cutting: Cardio and Calorie Reduction – 00:09:00Peak Week: Keto Diet and Water Management – 00:15:00Mental Preparation and Meditation – 00:21:00Nutrition and Safe Practices – 00:27:00📲 Connect With HenniInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/henni_fit_pro/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@henni.fit.pro🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealt... 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitn... 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichooseheal...🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealth...🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0#BodybuildingMasterclass#NPCBodybuilder#MuscleGrowthTips#FitnessMindset#BodybuildingTransformation #bodybuilding

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthIn this eye-opening conversation, host Stefan Lessie sits down with Dr. Beverly Jensen to explore a question few dare to ask: what if electromagnetic frequencies (EMFs) and RF radiation are affecting us more than we realize—especially our kids?From thinner skulls to constant screen time, we dig into how modern technology may be shaping brain development, attention, and social skills.Why isn’t the precautionary principle—used in other countries—widely applied in the U.S.?And most importantly, what can families do to protect themselves in an increasingly wireless world?🔹 Topics Covered:The rise of RFEMF exposure from cell towers and Wi-FiChildren’s unique vulnerability to EMFsHow EMFs may affect focus, sleep, and moodPractical steps to reduce exposure at homeWhy reading from paper might still be bestThe role of parents in digital detox and awareness👀 Watch till the end for Dr. Jensen’s practical, science-informed tips for protecting your family—without fear-mongering.🧠 Are we ignoring invisible forces shaping our health? Or is it time to apply common sense before convenience?💻 Connect with Dr. Beverly JensenReady to learn more or work directly with Dr. Jensen and her team?Explore her research, programs, and holistic health guidance below 👇🔹 EMF Awareness & Family Health:🌐 https://www.youandemf.com🔹 Women’s Integrative Medicine & Healing:🌿 https://www.womensmedicinebowl.com🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel:    / @ichoosehealthpodcast   💪 Fitness Channel:    / @mindcorefitness1   📸 Instagram:   / ichoosehealthpodcast  🎵 TikTok:   / ichoosehealthpodcast  🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0#EMFAwareness #RFEMF #DigitalDetox #InvisibleDangers #PublicHealth #TechAndHealth #ProtectOurChildren #BrainHealth#HealthAwareness#ParentingInTheDigitalAge #radiationdangers#radiation #DrBeverlyJensen #YouAndEMF #WomensMedicineBowl#TechnologyTalk #ModernHealth #HiddenHealthRisks #ScienceAndWellness #InvisibleDoesNotMeanHarmless

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthIn this deeply moving episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, Sofia Swenson opens up about her powerful journey from battling an eating disorder and perfectionism to rediscovering self-love, strength, and purpose through fitness, therapy, and authenticity.Sofia—an actor, dancer, and trainer—shares how years of obsessive exercise and disordered eating nearly took over her life until she found healing through weightlifting, self-compassion, and emotional awareness. This conversation dives into the raw realities of recovery, the psychology behind control and addiction, and the beauty of rebuilding trust with your body and mind.💬 Topics We Discuss:Turning pain into purpose through movement and mindsetHow lifting weights rebuilt Sophia’s confidence and connection to her bodyThe role of therapy, breathwork, and acting in emotional healingUnderstanding addiction, control, and trauma patternsWhy healing isn’t linear—and why that’s okayThe importance of authenticity and self-compassion in recovery💡 Favorite Quote:“You can’t pour from an empty cup. Take care of yourself first—not out of selfishness, but so you can give more to others.”🎧 About the Host:Stefan Lessie created I Choose Health after confronting his own depression and realizing the power of therapy and self-awareness. Through these conversations, he aims to help others choose healing, growth, and purpose.🌿 Connect with Sofia Swensen:🔗 Website: https://www.sofiaswensen.com📸 Instagram:   / sofiaannika0913  🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel:    / @ichoosehealthpodcast   💪 Fitness Channel:    / @mindcorefitness1   📸 Instagram:   / ichoosehealthpodcast  🎵 TikTok:   / ichoosehealthpodcast  🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthIn this powerful episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, bestselling author and sports journalist Jeff Pearlman opens up about his journey from covering the NBA to writing about Tupac Shakur, exploring themes of resilience, mental health, and forgiveness.Jeff dives deep into the untold stories behind Tupac’s legacy — from his mother’s resilience to the cultural weight of “Brenda’s Got a Baby.” He also shares raw insights on trauma, storytelling, and the hypocrisy within the modern sports industry’s gambling culture.This conversation goes beyond fame and headlines — it’s about healing, humanity, and the power of understanding through storytelling.🔥 Highlights & Takeaways:Tupac Shakur’s legacy through the lens of trauma and resilienceHow “Brenda’s Got a Baby” reflects societal struggles and youth realitiesThe NBA gambling scandal and its deeper moral implicationsWhy forgiveness and curiosity are essential for true storytellingJeff Pearlman’s reflections on mental health, empathy, and growth🎙️ Sound Bites:“That’s a lot of karma.”“I choose health.”“It’s greed.”📍Chapters:00:00 The Journey of Discovery00:59 Facing Personal Struggles02:38 From Sports to Tupac: A Unique Perspective05:49 Understanding Tupac's Legacy08:44 Brenda's Got a Baby: The Story Behind the Song11:47 Resilience and Forgiveness: Lessons Learned13:30 The NBA Gambling Scandal: A Deeper Look16:21 Closing Thoughts and Future Endeavors🔗 Connect with Jeff PearlmanWebsite: https://www.jeffpearlman.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeff_pearlman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeff.pearlman.10BUY THE BOOK NOW: https://a.co/d/6NciKeqVisit his official website: jeffpearlman.com🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel:    / @ichoosehealthpodcast   💪 Fitness Channel:    / @mindcorefitness1   📸 Instagram:   / ichoosehealthpodcast  🎵 TikTok:   / ichoosehealthpodcast  🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthWelcome back to the I Choose Health Podcast and High-Chi Fitness Podcast! In this hilarious yet deeply human episode, Stefan and Andre sit down with comedian and writer Jacob Kaplan — a former Saturday Night Live (SNL) writer’s assistant — to explore the surprising connection between comedy, pain, and personal growth.Jacob opens up about growing up as a child of divorce, how humor became both a coping mechanism and a craft, and why so many comedians turn pain into laughter. From awkward childhood baseball stories to reflections on identity, authenticity, and creative honesty, this episode dives into how art, trauma, and transformation intersect.👉 Topics We Explore:How Stefan chipped his tooth on his birthday (yes, really 😂)Growing up in a creative, non-sporty householdWhy so many comedians come from pain or “loner” experiencesThe hidden lessons from family, divorce, and identityBalancing honesty and sensitivity in comedyGenetics, self-worth, and the connection between fitness and expressionQuote from the Episode:“Imperfection is perfection. Wabi-sabi — making the flaws your masterpiece.”Chapters⁠00:00⁠ Balancing Comedy and Mental Health⁠02:42⁠ The Journey of Healing and Therapy⁠05:13⁠ Child of Divorce: A Unique Perspective⁠07:53⁠ The Impact of Family Dynamics on Identity⁠10:38⁠ Navigating Comedy Through Personal Pain⁠13:27⁠ Transmuting Trauma into Art⁠14:38⁠ Family Dynamics and Comedy Origins⁠17:23⁠ Sports, Genetics, and Personal Identity⁠20:22⁠ Cultural Influences on Athletic Pursuits⁠21:13⁠ Navigating Sensitivity in Comedy⁠24:45⁠ The Balance of Preparation and Spontaneity in Performance⁠27:26⁠ The Writing Process Behind SNL⁠28:43⁠ The Creative Process Behind Sketch Comedy⁠29:38⁠ Breaking Character: The Humor in Imperfection⁠30:13⁠ The Trust Factor in Comedy⁠31:28⁠ Navigating Cue Cards and Live Performance⁠32:32⁠ The Essence of Hilarity: Christopher Walken's Unique Style⁠34:42⁠ Favorite SNL Sketches: A Trip Down Memory Lane⁠38:03⁠ Timely Comedy: SNL's Reflection on Society⁠38:42⁠ Choosing Health: Making Positive Life Choices🔥 Join the Conversation:Subscribe for more real, raw, and funny conversations at the intersection of health, mindset, and creativity.🎭 About Jacob Kaplan:Jacob is a New York–based comedian, writer, and performer whose work blends wit, vulnerability, and social insight. A former SNL writer’s assistant, he continues to write and perform across film, television, and stand-up stages nationwide.📱 Connect with Jacob:⁠https://www.jacob-kaplan.com⁠⁠  / jacobkaplan17  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jacobkaplan17🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel:    / @ichoosehealthpodcast   💪 Fitness Channel:    / @mindcorefitness1   📸 Instagram:   / ichoosehealthpodcast  🎵 TikTok:   / ichoosehealthpodcast  🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: ttps://bit.ly/45Xd3r0

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthIn this powerful episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, host Stefan Lessie sits down with Austra Putnina — former pro basketball player, resilience and high-performance coach — to explore the mindset, resilience, and discipline behind greatness.From Kobe Bryant’s legendary “Mamba Mentality” to the painful identity challenges athletes face after retirement, this conversation reveals the mental tools anyone can use to perform at their best — on and off the court.What does it really take to think like Kobe Bryant? How do elite athletes handle failure, rebuild confidence, and find purpose beyond the game?💬 In this episode, you’ll learn:🧠 What “Mamba Mentality” really means — and how anyone can apply it⚡ The mindset difference between elite performers and those who crumble under pressure💪 How to rebuild confidence after setbacks and failure🔥 The truth about burnout and why balance is seasonal, not daily❤️ Why resilience is built through discomfort, not comfort🏀 How sports psychology applies to life, leadership, and business📲 Connect with Austra Putnina:🌐 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/austra.putnina?igsh=MTBrb2xteW83Z3M4YQ==💼 LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/austra-putnina?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app🎓 Udemy — https://share.google/o8Dqy67qEXOR52ue3▶️ YouTube — https://youtube.com/@austraputnina?si=3ZhJgMA5iMbNeHO2🎙️ Spotify – Wisdom in Action Podcast — https://spotify.link/BDbNCC5KwXb🎙️ Spotify – Chase the Impossible Podcast — https://spotify.link/hallhX8KwXb🍎 Apple Podcasts – Wisdom in Action — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-in-action-podcast/id1828259213🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0#KobeBryant #MambaMentality #Resilience #Mindset #SportsPsychology #MentalHealth #AthleteMindset #iChooseHealth #BetterHelp #AustraPutnina #StefanLessing #Podcast #Motivation #SelfImprovement #WisdomInAction #ChaseTheImpossible

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthIn this inspiring episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, host Stefan Lessie sits down with Dave Blake, better known as the Flip Flop Philosopher, to explore what it truly means to rebuild through resilience.Together, they dive deep into mental health, stress management, and the art of personal growth after adversity. Dave shares powerful insights on healing, positivity, and how small, consistent steps can lead to massive transformation.From facing medical mishaps to reinventing life through outrageous humanism, this conversation is a masterclass in self-awareness, mindset, and the power of human connection. If you're seeking a roadmap to overcome challenges, design a more intentional life, and stay grounded through stress, this episode is for you.💡 Key TakeawaysNegativity sabotages progress—positivity fuels healing.Small goals → Big growth.Support systems are vital during hard times.Mindfulness and breathing reset your nervous system.Outrageous humanism = radical kindness and compassion.🧭 Chapters00:00 Breaking Negative Loops02:40 The Journey of Resilience05:48 Facing Medical Mishaps08:34 The Dark Side of Illness11:23 Reinventing Life After Adversity14:25 The Power of Goals and Support17:09 Building Resilience in Others20:00 Understanding Stress and Burnout23:06 Outrageous Humanism and Kindness25:55 Taking Small Steps Forward🔗 Connect with Dave Blake🌐 Website: https://www.flipflopphilosopher.com📸 Instagram:   / flipflopphilosopher  📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel:    / @ichoosehealthpodcast   💪 Fitness Channel:    / @mindcorefitness1   📸 Instagram:   / ichoosehealthpodcast  🎵 TikTok:   / ichoosehealthpodcast  🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthStruggling with fertility or curious about how women’s health, hormones, lifestyle, nutrition, and mental health all connect? In this eye-opening episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, host Stefan Lessie sits down with Aneta Grabiec—psychologist, women’s health expert, and author—to uncover the hidden factors affecting fertility that most doctors don’t tell you.From gut health and supplements to the mind-body connection in reproductive health, Aneta reveals how stress, toxins, sleep, nutrition, and emotional well-being all play a role in conception. Whether you’re navigating infertility challenges or simply want to protect your fertility, this conversation offers practical advice, emotional support, and inspiring stories of transformation.🔥 If you’ve ever wondered:* Why infertility affects both men and women* How hormones and gut health impact reproductive health* The role of stress, toxins, and environment in fertility* Why detachment from the outcome can ease the fertility journey* Which supplements actually help (and which don’t)…then this episode is packed with game-changing insights you won’t want to miss.✨ Key Takeaways✔ Infertility affects both genders equally.✔ Lifestyle factors like stress, sleep, and nutrition directly influence fertility.✔ Gut health + hormones = reproductive health.✔ Environmental toxins and age play important—but not exclusive—roles.✔ Practical steps to boost fertility naturally.⏱ Chapters✨ Connect with Aneta Grabiec ✨🌐 Website: www.anetagrabiec.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anetagrabie...💼 LinkedIn: Aneta Grabiec https://www.linkedin.com/in/aneta-gra...📖 Aneta Grabiec Books:➡️ Reject to Heal: Stop Pleasing, Start Healing: A Guide To Saying No Without Guilt: https://amzn.to/3I7eGfN➡️ How to Get Pregnant: Shortcut To Your Fertility: https://amzn.to/3HWC3c0➡️ How To Be Good Enough: A Practical Book On Living Joyfully: https://amzn.to/4p709kX🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health: 🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0