The Wellness Mama Podcast

Episode Highlights With KatieWhy healing often requires unlearning more than learningThe invisible beliefs, identities, and patterns that kept me stuck … even when I was doing “all the right things”How clinging to control, perfection, and certainty created more stress than peaceThe surprising nervous-system science behind letting go (and why your biology resists it)How my identity as a “fixer,” “caretaker,” and “high achiever” held me back from true healingHow rewriting internal stories (“I am responsible for everything” ? “I am allowed to live with ease”) transformed my health, business, parenting, and relationshipsHow grief, loss, and major life transitions became openings rather than endingsWhy releasing old stories frees up enormous energy, creativity, and resiliencePractical ways to start letting go in your own life … without fear, force, or overwhelmThe difference between surrender and giving up, and how to tell which one you’re doingHow to trust yourself, your body, and your path even when it doesn’t fit the old rulesResources MentionedLetting Go: The Pathway of Surrender by David R Hawkins, MDAwareness: Conversations with the Masters by Anthony De MelloJust Thrive:Just Thrive Health has been one of my longtime favorite brands for gut health and they have an amazing Daily Gut Detox. Your immune system, gut barrier, and digestion get the support they need to stay strong and healthy. You can find this and their probiotics at justthrivehealth.com/wellnessmama or use code wellnessmama for 20% off your order. HiyaHiya created a super powered chewable vitamin for kids that packs twelve organic fruits and vegetables plus fifteen essential vitamins and minerals into every dose. Try it at hiyahealth.com/wellnessmama.

Episode Highlights With DavidWhy living an adventurous lifestyle is so good for your brain and bodyBeing sedentary is one of the biggest things that threatens brain health- here’s whyWhy he considers brain defenders the most urgent and important thing he’s ever writtenWhat the brains immune system is and why this is vital to understanding long term brain healthMicroglial cells and why these matterWhy it isn’t just about beta amyloid plaques for alzheimer's and why this thinking was harmfulThe reason many drugs designed to address alzheimer's are not just ineffective but dangerousHow one study showed completely stopping the decline of alzheimer's with lifestyle intervention and actually showed improvementNurturing mitochondrial function helps the brain support M2 cells that are protectiveBrain metabolism mirrors the body’s metabolism and how being metabolically healthy protects the brainEven one night of non-restorative sleep can impact the brainExercise is a tonic for the brain and bathes the brain in protective compoundsHow to protect the brain from the problems of less sleep even postpartum (there is an amazing built in protective mechanism from oxytocin)Why this means human connection is brain protective as well and community matters for brain healthWhat the latest research says about statins and what we need to understand His take one gamma light, olfactory signaling and hyperbaric for brain healthResources MentionedBrain Defenders: Harness the Power of Your Immune Cells to Protect Your Brain for Life by David Perlmutter, MDBrain Maker: The Power of Gut Microbes to Heal and Protect Your Brain for Life by David Perlmutter, MDGrain Brain: The Surprising Truth about Wheat, Carbs, and Sugar--Your Brain's Silent Killers by David Perlmutter, MDJaspr Air FilterLMNTI talk often about the health benefits of salt and electrolytes and I am a big fan of LMNT canned drinks and packets. Go to drinklmnt.com/wellnessmana for a special offer.HiyaHiya created a super powered chewable vitamin for kids that packs twelve organic fruits and vegetables plus fifteen essential vitamins and minerals into every dose. Try it at hiyahealth.com/wellnessmama.

Episode Highlights With NatHer experience with homesteading, homeschooling and native plantsReasons to plant some native things in your yard!Her recovery from Autoimmune disease with circadian healthHow she reversed Hashimoto's naturally We are circadian beings, and our cells need light to produce the proper hormones and responsesNonna-maxxing and living like Italian grandmasIntuition getting stronger from the sun and why this happensWhere did this disconnect happen and why we got taught to fear the sunWhy morning light is non-negotiable and the most important thingExcess weight can be connected to trapped emotions and energy The body is always on our sideWhat sun scoops is and how it helps the body respond to sunWhy melanin is important and why a tan isn’t just skin damage The protective role of melanin beyond just the skinWhy she chose to go sober and says it was the best decision of her adult lifeThe power of grief to transform and awakenWe heal by feelingResources MentionedGet Sun Scoops hereFollow Sun Scoops on InstagramHeal Yourself With SunlightbookJust Thrive:Just Thrive Health has been one of my longtime favorite brands for gut health and they have an amazing Daily Gut Detox. Your immune system, gut barrier, and digestion get the support they need to stay strong and healthy. You can find this and their probiotics at justthrivehealth.com/wellnessmama or use code wellnessmama for 20% off your order. BONCHARGEI like so many of their products - from their red light products to their sauna blankets. Red light has been so helpful for me during my recovery from Hashimoto's. To find out more, go to boncharge.com/wellnessmama

Episode Highlights With MattHis wild health journey and how he got into the work he does nowOvercoming Lyme, Babesia, Epstein-Barr, parasites, mold, and heavy metals What mineral balancing is and how it is important Why he prioritizes hair mineral analysis as a form of testing over a blood testWhat makes HTMA different than other forms of testingMy personal experience with mineral balancing Minerals work within a system, and knowing your status mattersHow minerals can help the body get rid of heavy metals What ionic mimicry is and how this means our body can hold on to heavy metals and displace minerals at the level of an enzyme siteWhat enzymes are, what they do in the body, and how this relates to minerals The many places heavy metals hide and how these get passed on generationally How low zinc in kids can result in picky eating, and how to replenish it easily The potential autism link with heavy metals and how mineral balancing might helpWhy the body wants to hold on to heavy metals until minerals are balanced Most important lifestyle factors for detox and mineral balancing The surprising place where many people are getting a lot of their mercury A surprising reason to avoid seed oils that you might not have heard before How you can actually have a deficiency and a toxicity of a mineral at the same timeImportant nuance about copper in the body Manganese toxicity, how it happens and what it does (and Lyme can hide behind manganese) A missing piece with anemia that many people missResources MentionedValence NutraceuticalsFollow Matt on InstagramLMNTI talk often about the health benefits of salt and electrolytes and I am a big fan of LMNT canned drinks and packets. Go to drinklmnt.com/wellnessmana for a special offer.HiyaHiya created a super powered chewable vitamin for kids that packs twelve organic fruits and vegetables plus fifteen essential vitamins and minerals into every dose. Try it at hiyahealth.com/wellnessmama.

Episode Highlights With KatieWhy sunlight is essential for hormones, energy, mitochondria, circadian rhythm, and Vitamin D productionWhat a “solar callus” is and why the skin needs gradual training — just like musclesHow to safely build sun tolerance in early spring without burningThe internal factors that determine whether sunlight helps or harms you: minerals, hydration, antioxidants, and fat-soluble vitaminsWhy people who burn easily are often mineral-depletedHow I personally use apps like D-Minder to time my safe UVB exposureThe difference between infrared (IR) light vs UV light and why IR prepares the skin for safe UVHow to combine morning sunlight, gradual exposure, and internal nutrient support for deeper resilienceSeasonal strategies: how the body shifts from “winter mode” to “summer mode”My exact step-by-step protocol for increasing exposure each springResources Mentioneddminder appJust Thrive:Just Thrive Health has been one of my longtime favorite brands for gut health and they have an amazing Daily Gut Detox. Your immune system, gut barrier, and digestion get the support they need to stay strong and healthy. You can find this and their probiotics at justthrivehealth.com/wellnessmama or use code wellnessmama for 20% off your order. BioptimizersI love and use so many products from them, but I especially love the magnesium (Magnesium Breakthrough) and digestive enzymes (Masszymes). Visit bioptimizers.com/wellnessmama to get the best deal!

Episode Highlights With CarolineHer story with minerals and fertility and what she learned the tough wayThe long road to having her two kids and how her health suffered afterWhat makes fulvic and humic minerals different and why her job is to make these famous Why she considers these compounds the celebrities of mineral replenishmentA new way of thinking about the body and fuel Minerals are the fuel that's translated into energy in the body and the real consequences of being low in minerals What humic and fulvic actually are and the way that the earth stores energy for future use What changed for her when she replenished minerals at a cellular level The symptoms that can be connected to low minerals that you may not realize How mineral depletion relates to hormones, hair loss, fatigue, blood sugar and moreThe voltage first understanding of the body’s energy We're meant to generate enough energy to run a light bulb and many of us aren’t! How chronic issues are often connected to mineral depletion What plant-based minerals are and what makes them different The difference between fulvic and humic and why we need bothHumic (dark): microboost- nature’s janitor. Fulvic- (clear): electrolyze (natures hydration)How to introduce these minerals the right way to support the bodyResources MentionedBEAM MineralsThe Mineral Reset book by Caroline AlanLMNTI talk often about the health benefits of salt and electrolytes and I am a big fan of LMNT canned drinks and packets. Go to drinklmnt.com/wellnessmana for a special offer.BONCHARGEI like so many of their products - from their red light products to their sauna blankets. Red light has been so helpful for me during my recovery from Hashimoto's. To find out more, go to boncharge.com/wellnessmama

Episode Highlights With KatieWhat my birth was like this timeThe things that I think made it easierWhat I’m doing differently now with ten more years of parenting and contextHow simple I’m keeping things this timeResources MentionedHiro Diapers - use code wellnessmama for a discountBioptimizersI love and use so many products from them, but I especially love the magnesium (Magnesium Breakthrough) and digestive enzymes (Masszymes). Visit bioptimizers.com/wellnessmama to get the best deal!LMNTI talk often about the health benefits of salt and electrolytes and I am a big fan of LMNT canned drinks and packets. Go to drinklmnt.com/wellnessmana for a special offer.

Episode Highlights With JustinIs he the real most interesting man alive? How he got hit by a train!What is hypochlorous acid and how he discovered it The body already makes this, but what makes it so unique What makes this such a strong antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, speeds up healing processIt has the same safety profile as saline but is over 100x more powerful than bleach! The things that matter with hypochlorous acid and what to look for on labels How to know if there is any actual active ingredient and how it fades over timeHow this is antibacterial and antimicrobial and doesn’t sting! Safe to use around eyes, ears and mouthEven safe to use as breastfeeding mom and even in nipple care What makes this really unique for eczemaResources MentionedActive Skin Repair - use code WELLNESSMAMA20 to get 20% off

Episode Highlights With KatieWhy the traditional biochemical model of the body is incomplete...and why the body is electric firstThe shocking amount of energy your body generates each day (about your own body weight in ATP!)Why 90–95% of chronic diseases have mitochondrial dysfunction at the rootHow your mitochondria act not just as powerhouses but as quantum batteries, antennas, and information hubsThe surprising sources of electrons that create cellular voltage...including sunlight, melanin, movement, structured water, and the earth itselfHow infrared light charges your “quantum battery,” while artificial blue light breaks it downWhy hydration with minerals is essential for building cellular charge (and why plain water can ake things worse)The nutrients mitochondria require to function: phospholipids, healthy fats, CoQ10, copper, B-vitamins, carnitine, creatine, and moreWhat redox really means and why redox balance must come before detoxHow a collapse in redox leads to the Cell Danger Response, chronic symptoms, and stalled healingThe many ways modern life drains voltage: lack of sunlight, EMFs, stress, toxins, blue light, poor sleep, dehydration, and circadian disruptionSimple daily strategies to restore voltage...starting with light, minerals, movement, grounding, and sleepHow tools like red/near-infrared light, PEMF, BioCharger, sauna, cold therapy, Juvent, and vibration plates support mitochondrial energyResources MentionedRed light therapyPEMF matBioChargerSaunasPower Plate vibration plateCold plungeJuventJustine ClassThe Body ElectricDr courtney hunt insta and websiteYour spark is light classMineral podcast seriesWater structure pitcher affiliate linkRebounder on amazon

Episode Highlights With NinuWhat the gut hormone connection is and why it matter so muchHow supporting the gut supports hormones and can improve cortisol and sex hormonesWhy most women are chronically constipated and how to remedy thisWhy high cortisol is a good thing at the right time of day and why it's more about balanceHow screens disrupt melatonin and sabotage sleepThe inputs we need for balanced hormones: sugar stability, nourishment from food, light exposure, movement, and avoiding toxinsHow metabolic resistance is the real driver behind so many health problemsResources MentionedWomen's High Vibe Health to book a free callHigh Vibe Health functional programLMNTI talk often about the health benefits of salt and electrolytes and I am a big fan of LMNT canned drinks and packets. Go to drinklmnt.com/wellnessmana for a special offer.Just Thrive:Just Thrive Health has been one of my longtime favorite brands for gut health and they have an amazing Daily Gut Detox. Your immune system, gut barrier, and digestion get the support they need to stay strong and healthy. You can find this and their probiotics at justthrivehealth.com/wellnessmama or use code wellnessmama for 20% off your order. 

Episode Highlights With NinuThe reason women can still feel stuck even if they’re doing all the “right” things with nutrition and exerciseWhy those are only two pieces of the pie and the other things that can be really helpfulWomen hear all the time that their labs are normal and still don’t feel well… delving into the reasons whyThe major reason bloodwork isn’t the best place to look for answers and what can give more insightWe are electrical beings and why this matters a lotHow to read your symptoms and get good insight and why they are a gift if we know how to listenThings associated with liver, gallbladder and digestion and what these meanNot getting enough nutrients is an acute stressor on the body! Markers and cues that your cells, liver, and gut are in a good place How undereating could be sabotaging everything and how in all the women she has worked with, she has never seen one case of a woman actually overeating!The biggest levers we can pull for improving healthResources MentionedWomen's High Vibe Health to book a free callHigh Vibe Health functional program

Episode Highlights With KatieWhy I never even thought to question college when I was 17... and why I’m rethinking it now with my own kids.How college became the default safe choice, and why that may no longer be true in today’s world. The emotional side of this decision for parents: fear, social pressure, and wanting to  do right by our kids.The hidden  avoidance pattern of using college to delay the hard question: What do I actually want?Why the social promise of college is so compelling  ... and how real community can be built outside of a campus.The financial reality of college: debt, lost working years, and why earnings don’t matter if debt owns your future.The downsides of spending 4–5 years in a homogenous group of same-age peers.How college can delay maturity, responsibility, and real-world skill-building.The added complexity when sports and scholarships are in the mix, and how I’m navigating that with my kids.The exceptions: when college still makes sense (and why this is not an anti-college  rant).What I’m encouraging my own kids to explore instead: apprenticeships, work, entrepreneurship, travel, and real-world learning.The questions I’m asking my kids (and myself) to help them choose intentionally... whether that leads to college or notMy personal opinion and what I might do if I had to do it all over againResources MentionedReclamation Radio: Why You Shouldn't Send Your Kids to CollegeDegree FreeBioptimizersI love and use so many products from them, but I especially love the magnesium (Magnesium Breakthrough) and digestive enzymes (Masszymes). Visit bioptimizers.com/wellnessmama to get the best deal!LMNTI talk often about the health benefits of salt and electrolytes and I am a big fan of LMNT canned drinks and packets. Go to drinklmnt.com/wellnessmana for a special offer.

Episode Highlights With AnnKey ways to future proof fertility and protect mitochondria to have healthy pregnancies, even as we get olderNew studies show mitochondria in eggs are preserved better than other parts of the bodyHow minimizing toxins is protective of fertility in a major wayWays to lower inflammation to protect fertility The dramatic decline in sperm quality and count in the last few yearsMale infertility and how health of sperm can impact the pregnancy Why there are often many other things couples can do even if they’ve been told they can only do IVFIn most cases, it's possible to help the body get to a place of health and thriving without IVF to conceive naturallyA few situations where IVF does make sense as a first resort The most important factors to focus on to future proof fertilityHow protein and movement come into play for optimal fertility A message of hope and incredible stories of how the body can heal and thrive at any ageResources MentionedThe Preconception Revolution bookHer websiteFollow Ann on Facebook or InstagramHiyaHiya created a super powered chewable vitamin for kids that packs twelve organic fruits and vegetables plus fifteen essential vitamins and minerals into every dose. Try it at hiyahealth.com/wellnessmama for 50% off your first order.Just Thrive:Just Thrive Health has been one of my longtime favorite brands for gut health and they have an amazing Daily Gut Detox. Your immune system, gut barrier, and digestion get the support they need to stay strong and healthy. You can find this and their probiotics at justthrivehealth.com/wellnessmama or use code wellnessmama for 20% off your order. 

Episode Highlights From AnnWhy she decided to write this book on preconception healthSurprising thing she’s found in her work as a functional medicine doctor Decline in fertility isn’t just about age, there are some major biological and lifestyle factors behind the fertility decline Top nutrients for building a healthy baby and for fertility How the buildup of environmental toxins affects both fertility and children’s health long-termWhat we now know about epigenetics and how we can positively impact our children by dialing these things in before conception and during pregnancy The way toxins can have a dramatic impact on the health of a baby and their future fertility How plastic affects kids dramatically and why avoiding them is so helpfulSneaky sources of plastic exposure that can add up really quickly Hidden sources of PFAS to watch out for How we can optimize our mitochondrial function and why this piece is so importantResources MentionedThe Preconception Revolution bookHer websiteFollow Ann on Facebook or InstagramMy posts on plastic dangers and alternativesXtrema cookwareBONCHARGEI like so many of their products - from their red light products to their sauna blankets. Red light has been so helpful for me during my recovery from Hashimoto's. To find out more, go to boncharge.com/wellnessmama and use code wellnessmama for 20% off!LMNTI talk often about the health benefits of salt and electrolytes and I am a big fan of LMNT canned drinks and packets. Go to drinklmnt.com/wellnessmana for a special offer.

Episode Highlights With KatieHow all minerals form your body’s electrical fieldWhy minerals are the foundation for hormones, sleep, detox, digestion & moodThe 4 layers of the Mineral Matrix: Sodium = the chargerPotassium = the stabilizerMagnesium = the conductorHumic/Fulvic = the activatorsHow mineral depletion affects blood sugar, stress, PMS, and metabolismWhy modern life drains minerals faster than any time in historyHow minerals determine your state of fight, flight, or restThe symphony analogy: why you need all the minerals, not just oneHow minerals increase cell voltage and make healing possibleYour personal mineral routine: what you use daily and whyHow mineral replenishment becomes a powerful safety signal for the bodyWhy rebuilding minerals is one of the fastest ways to feel betterResources MentionedSalt I useMagnesium Breakthrough supplementBEAM mineralsThe Body Electric - bookMicroplastics In Salt and How to Avoid ThemMitochondrial Mastery course from Justine StengerLMNT electrolytesSalt tabletsLMNTI talk often about the health benefits of salt and electrolytes and I am a big fan of LMNT canned drinks and packets. Go to drinklmnt.com/wellnessmana for a special offer.Just Thrive:Just Thrive Health has been one of my longtime favorite brands for gut health and they have an amazing Daily Gut Detox. Your immune system, gut barrier, and digestion get the support they need to stay strong and healthy. You can find this and their probiotics at justthrivehealth.com/wellnessmama or use code wellnessmama for 20% off your order. 

Episode Highlights With Dr. Tony EbelThe perfect storm of what is affecting our kidsWe are our own primary healthcare provider, and that of our children His background work in genetics and how it led to his current workWhere he starts with the top triggers in addressing these conditions in kidsNervous system, gut, and other important triggers, especially in childrenThe link he discovered between birth interventions and neurological issues in kidsDiving really deep into nervous system health and healing, especially for kidsWhat's the perfect storm for these conditions for kids: emotional stress.How to help resolve issues from birth interventionsVagus nerve- and how this cranial nerve is so vital for nervous system healthWays to support the vagus nerve through movement, breath, and lifestyle The most potent and important vagus nerve stimulator for most people The endocrine system is very intimately connected to the nervous system and why neurological adjustments can be beneficialNumber one thing the nervous system is sensitive to: emotionsResources MentionedThe Experience Miracles Podcast - The Wellness World Says “Do More”… The Nervous System Says “Do Less” w/ The Wellness MamaTony's website pxdocs and his InstagramHis resources on vagus nerve Dr. Tony Ebel & The PX Docs Network on FacebookJust Thrive:Just Thrive Health has been one of my longtime favorite brands for gut health and they have an amazing Daily Gut Detox. Your immune system, gut barrier, and digestion get the support they need to stay strong and healthy. You can find this and their probiotics at justthrivehealth.com/wellnessmama or use code wellnessmama for 20% off your order. HiyaHiya created a super powered chewable vitamin for kids that packs twelve organic fruits and vegetables plus fifteen essential vitamins and minerals into every dose. Try it at hiyahealth.com/wellnessmama for 50% off your first order.

Episode Highlights With KatieWhat humic and fulvic minerals actually are ... and why they’re not electrolytesThe difference between fulvic (small, cellular) and humic (larger, gut-supportive)Why these minerals used to come from rich soil… but don’t anymoreHow humic minerals bind toxins gently without stripping nutrientsHow fulvic minerals improve mineral absorption & mitochondrial signalingTheir role in gut health, microbiome balance, and gut lining repairHow they help move sodium, potassium, magnesium into the cellWhy they’re crucial for detoxification in a modern environmentHow humic/fulvic increase cellular voltage and hydrationHow to take them: liquids, drops, powders & when they’re most helpfulWhy these aren’t “either/or” ... they are a both/and with electrolytesResources MentionedBEAM MineralsHiyaHiya created a super powered chewable vitamin for kids that packs twelve organic fruits and vegetables plus fifteen essential vitamins and minerals into every dose. Try it at hiyahealth.com/wellnessmama for 50% off your first order.BioptimizersI love and use so many products from them, but I especially love the magnesium and digestive enzymes. Visit bioptimizers.com/wellnessmama and use wellnessmama15 at checkout to get the best deal

Episode Highlights With KatieWhy potassium is the #1 most underconsumed mineral todayHow potassium runs the sodium–potassium pump that powers the entire bodyWhy potassium is the mineral of calm electricity and inside-cell stabilityHow potassium affects insulin sensitivity, blood sugar, and metabolismThe role of potassium in heart rhythm, muscle relaxation, and digestionWhy low potassium mimics anxiety and hormone imbalanceHow potassium balances sodium and helps magnesium work betterThe best food sources ... fruits, roots, coconut water, beans, greensWhy low-carb and RO water increase potassium needsPractical ways to add more potassium without supplementsWhy potassium is essential for cell voltage, hormone signaling, and nervous system safetyResources MentionedLMNT electrolyte drinksBONCHARGEI like so many of their products - from their red light products to their sauna blankets. Red light has been so helpful for me during my recovery from Hashimoto's. To find out more, go to boncharge.com/wellnessmama and use code wellnessmama for 20% off!LMNTI talk often about the health benefits of salt and electrolytes and I am a big fan of LMNT canned drinks and packets. Go to drinklmnt.com/wellnessmana for a special offer.

Episode Highlights With Frank Frank's personal journey from journalist to healerWhy manifesting is his biggest pet peeve word Manifesting was the most used word in Webster’s dictionary in 2024How spirituality is getting hijacked and what to watch forWhat his energy clearing is and how it worksReal-time example of an energy clearing live on the podcast A real time energy clearing for all mothers and the feminine Herb recommendation for all mothers listening (check with your doctor)An emotion cleared from the energy of motherhood: love unrecieved Allergy that came up in the clearing: an allergy to the idea of success for momsThe final emotion cleared for motherhood: worthlessnessResources MentionedFrank Elaridi's websiteAwaken the Healer Within course - use code MAMA for 10% offA Course in Miracles online free workbookThe Emotion Code: How to Release Your Trapped Emotions for Abundant Health, Love, and Happiness by Dr. Bradley NelsonTulsi teaBONCHARGEI like so many of their products - from their red light products to their sauna blankets. Red light has been so helpful for me during my recovery from Hashimoto's. To find out more, go to boncharge.com/wellnessmama and use code wellnessmama for 20% off!

Episode Highlights With FrankWhat is happening in the brain when we have negative thoughtsPain is experienced in the body, and the mind is what creates suffering One of his favorite lessons from A Course in Miracles: Love is real, everything else is an illusion. "You need not defend against illusion.”Common categories of negative thoughts and how to identify them: mind filter, jumping to conclusions, mind reading, and fortune telling What to do if you catch yourself in these negative thought patternsA simple three step process for questioning negative thoughts How to learn to question our own stories and assumptions about thingsWhat “A Course in Miracles” is and how this profoundly impacted him (link below)Pleasure is of the body and happiness is what you arePleasure always has a cause, happiness is of essenceResources MentionedFrank Elaridi's websiteAwaken the Healer Within course - use code MAMA for 10% offA Course in Miracles online free workbook Awareness: Conversations with the Masters by Anthony de MelloBONCHARGEI like so many of their products - from their red light products to their sauna blankets. Red light has been so helpful for me during my recovery from Hashimoto's. To find out more, go to boncharge.com/wellnessmama and use code wellnessmama for 20% off!LMNTI talk often about the health benefits of salt and electrolytes and I am a big fan of LMNT canned drinks and packets. Go to drinklmnt.com/wellnessmana for a special offer.

Episode Highlights With KatieWhy sodium is the most misunderstood mineralHow sodium runs your body’s electrical system, nerves, and musclesThe surprising connection between sodium and safety signalsWhy many health-conscious women are quietly under-sodium-edSymptoms of low sodium that look like stress or anxietyHow sodium interacts with potassium and magnesiumWhy sodium needs to come from mineral-rich salts, not processed foodsMicroplastics in sea salt and better alternativesHow to increase sodium safely in a real-food lifestylePractical ways to hydrate with electrolytes without overdoing waterWhy sodium is essential for sauna, exercise, pregnancy, and stress recoveryResources MentionedHimalayan salt tabletsLMNT electrolyte drinksBONCHARGEI like so many of their products - from their red light products to their sauna blankets. Red light has been so helpful for me during my recovery from Hashimoto's. To find out more, go to boncharge.com/wellnessmama and use code wellnessmama for 20% off!LMNTI talk often about the health benefits of salt and electrolytes and I am a big fan of LMNT canned drinks and packets. Go to drinklmnt.com/wellnessmana for a special offer.

This episode goes deep on the science of psychedelic-assisted therapy and research in light of some really astounding Phase III clinical trials that have recently come out about some of these substances. I am here with Amy Emerson, the CEO of the MAPS Public Benefit Corporation of the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies. Just as …

This episode gets into some really cool science, even more than usual! It’s about neurosurgery, specifically in spinal health, but we dive into also brain health, and so much more. I am here with Dr. Marcella Madera, whose bio is so impressive. She is board-certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Not only that, she is world-renowned in the surgical treatment of conditions of the spine, including degenerative spine disease, spine tumors, and degenerative deformity.What’s really impressive is that Marcella combines the cutting edge of surgical treatment with alternative and even energy therapies. She shares the incredible results she’s getting for her patients and how these therapies can translate into other areas of life as well.Episode Highlights With Dr. Marcella MaderaWhy Marcella chose to make neurology/the nervous system her specialtyHow her holistic education reinforced her success as a neurosurgeon, resulting in an integrative practiceIndicators that you might need surgery for spinal issues vs. more non-invasive optionsThe role of aging in brain and spinal health, and how to age gracefullyWhy the research is pointing to the need for biologic decoding when addressing these problemsCommon causes of back pain, and natural solutions to tryHow to combat inflammation, a root cause of pain and disease, with energy workSimple lifestyle changes that can make a real difference in spinal and overall healthHow to learn your “real” age by testing your DNA methylationDr. Marcella’s take on nootropics and whether they’re safe and effective for momsAnd more!Resources We MentionAustin Integrative SpineEnergy for SuccessThe Sound and the Fury by William FaulknerPower vs Force by David Hawkins MDMore From Wellness Mama260: Why the 21st Century Is at War With Your Spine With Ty Carzoli435: The Cause (and Solution) of Back and Neck Pain With the Neck Shaper399: Chronic Pain: What’s Wrong With the Normal Approach and How to Fix It With Dr. Yoni Whitten418: Brain Wash: Detox Your Mind for Clearer Thinking, Deeper Relationships, and Lasting Happiness With Dr. Perlmutter238: Using Neuroplasticity to Rewire Nervous System or Brain Disorders With Carol Garner-HoustonHow to Stimulate Vagus Nerve Function to Reduce Inflammation and Support the BrainDid you enjoy this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review on iTunes to let us know. We value knowing what you think and this helps other moms find the podcast as well.

Dr. Ana-Maria Temple is a functional medicine doctor, a best-selling author, and an award-winning speaker at the Harvard Club of Boston. Her specific expertise is eczema, a condition that plagues many of us and our kids. We go really deep on how this problem can start even before birth or during the birth process and …

Dr. Mark Hyman hardly needs introduction, but just in case, he's an internationally recognized speaker, 13-time New York Times bestselling author, and renowned physician in the field of functional medicine. Dr. Hyman is here talking about his newest book The Pegan Diet: 21 Practical Principles for Reclaiming Your Health in a Nutritionally Confusing World, a paleo-vegan book that promises to end the dietary wars once and for all!Dr. Hyman delves into the roots of functional medicine today, and why a nutritious diet isn't a one-size-fits-all approach. Take notes on this one... it is jam-packed with advice you won't want to miss!Episode Highlights: The Pegan Diet With Mark Hyman MDWhat paleo and vegan diets have in commonHow Dr. Hyman's views on food have changed over the years, and whyThe role of phytochemicals (and why you can't always get enough from food alone)What happens to our immune systems as they ageWhy insulin resistance is the most common condition affecting Americans right nowHow to eat if you want to protect the planetThe new label to look for on food (regenerative organic)Success stories from his practiceFood rules we can all agree on (and end the diet wars)And more!Resources We MentionDr. Mark HymanGetFarmacy.comDr. Hyman blog post: Why I Am a Pegan (Paleo-Vegan)The Pegan Diet21 Lessons for the 21st CenturyOther Mark Hyman booksMore From Wellness Mama335: How the Food Industry Preys on Children & How to Fix It (With Dr. Mark Hyman)160: What the Heck Should I Actually Eat? With Dr. Mark Hyman416: Q&A: Supplements, EMFs, Protein Snacks, First Principles, and More405: Eat Smarter: How to Use Food to Reboot Your Metabolism With Shawn Stevenson402: How to Use Glucose as a Continuous Health Marker for Metabolic Health With Dr. Casey Means of Levels414: Ancestral Parenting, Biological Norms, Wild Food, and Foraging With Arthur HainesWhat I Learned From Wearing a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) for a MonthIs Organic Food Worth The Price? What the Label Really MeansDid you enjoy this episode? Please d

Wendy Powell has helped over 75,000 women worldwide with her MUTU system, a method that can help you naturally recover from all kinds of pelvic floor issues, incontinence, diastasis recti, and so much more. I love her message that women do not have to accept these issues as normal or lifelong! In fact, they might …

I’m thrilled to have Dr. Perlmutter, a board-certified neurologist and five-times New York Times best-selling author here today. You probably know him as the author of the book Grain Brain, which he’s been on the podcast to talk about before. He’s a widely recognized expert in a lot of topics, including things like Alzheimer’s disease and …

You all really enjoyed Shawn Wells the first time he was on, and I’m glad to say he’s back again! Shawn has written a fascinating new book, The Energy Formula, and it’s safe to say we all want more of that!Just to tell you a little about Shawn, he is one of the world’s leading nutritional biochemists and has personally formulated over 500 supplements and cosmeceuticals, as well as patents on 10 novel ingredients. He is also formerly a chief clinical dietitian with over a decade of clinical experience.Today we cover some very specific advice on ways you can have more energy, and how this equation is a little bit different for each individual person.Episode Highlights With Shawn WellsThe biggest factors for having more energyA subtle but important shift in mindset that makes a big difference in healthWhat we can actually learn from data and studies (and what the limitations are)How to increase compliance and actually stick to changesSome simple labs to track to see if something is working for you (HA1c, CRP, oxidized LDL), glucose, HRV, etcHow to figure out the healthiest diet for you personallyWhat sirtuins are and why these matter (for aging)Some easy exercise hacks to make it more efficientA reason to stop doing cardioThe power of “I am” statements for creating changeHow a growth mindset helps us improve in every areaWays to increase resilience and use hormesis to our advantageHow stoicism relates to healthAnd more!Resources We MentionShawn WellsThe Energy Formula by Shawn WellsHeads Up HealthVitamin D147: Using Heart Rate Variability with HeartMath to Stop Stress & Improve Nervous System HealthThe Four Agreements by Don Miguel RuizDeep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World by Cal NewportThe Obstacle Is the Way by Ryan HolidayBoundless by Ben GreenfieldDid you enjoy this episode? Please drop a comment below or

I’m answering your questions today, from supplements to fasting to homeschooling to EMFs… and beyond! These solo episodes are always fun for me because I get to hear from you guys and hopefully, help by answering some questions that are really on your mind. If you have questions you would like included on future episodes …

Our thoughts (especially the ones we think about ourselves) make such an impact on our wellness and happiness. I’m sure every mom out there knows exactly what I’m talking about! My guest today does too. Marissa Peer, the founder of IamEnough.com, designed an entire therapy system to help people find and reverse the limiting beliefs …

Are you a history buff? Do you love spending time in nature? Then this episode is for you! I’m here with Arthur Haines, who is a forager and ancestral skills educator, an author, and a botanical researcher. He lives in Maine, where he’s known for his knowledge about things like tracking, foraging, wild plants, and …

Sandra Halling is a business strategist who knows how to get the best out of technology. She’s been working on optimizing and organizing systems for just about everything for the last 20 years. Now she brings her corporate experience and strategic thinking to help small businesses and individuals implement Notion, an app I’ve been using and loving lately. If you haven’t heard of it yet, definitely check it out.Many experts say Notion is a total game changer for how we organize and use information. I’m still learning Notion but I love the clean, visual layout and endless flexibility. I’ll definitely be taking notes on everything Sandra has to say!Episode Highlights With Sandra HallingWhat Notion is and how to use it for organization and productivityHow to create a daily journal in NotionWhat a daily homepage looks likeThe difference between tables and pages and how to use themWhat OKR is and how you can use it to reach goalsHow I (Katie) use Notion to keep track of summaries using the Feynman TechniqueWhat the momentum method is in Notion and how to use itUsing templates for maximum productivityIdeas for using Notion to organize the home, family, and meal planningAnd more!Resources We MentionSandra Halling Website | TwitterNotionOtter appStart Finishing: How to Go From Idea to Done by Charles GilkeyGetting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity by David AllenPaths to God by Ram DassA New Earth by Eckhart TolleMore From Wellness Mama403: Whew! 2020 in Review + Experiments, Highlights, and Systems for 2021407: Working Toward Financial Independence and Time Freedom With Joe DiSanto285: How to Have a Miracle Morning and Organize Your Day With Hal Elrod316: 17 Practical Time-Saving Systems for Parents (& How I “Get It All Done”)My Favorite Health Apps for Mind, Body, and Hormones

I’m here with Dr. Ian Mitchell, an expert in the field of ozone and many other topics. He’s here to tell us what ozone is, how to use it, and why it can sometimes be a controversial therapy. We also dive into the cautions and what you need to avoid if you’re going to try ozone.Dr. Ian also explains a cutting edge product called Biocharged that allows you to ingest ozone orally and get a lot of the same benefits you get from using ozone in the blood. I’ve tried some ozone therapy myself and I can’t wait to learn more about this!Episode Highlights With Dr. Ian MitchellWhat ozone is (it doesn’t just have to do with the environment)Antibacterial and antifungal benefits of ozone therapyThe pros and cons of ozone delivery systemsWhy ozone isn’t a therapy to use every dayCautions when using ozone and why it’s controversialTips to avoid a Herxheimer reaction (excessive die-off)How to use an indirect signaling mechanism to deliver ozoneWhat causes sugar cravings (and how ozone can help)Benefits of ozonated oils and how to use themHow to find the right dosage for youCarbon 60: promising research that it mitigates effects EMF and radiationAnd more!Resources We MentionBiocharged (save 10% with discount code WELLNESSMAMA)Silvia MenendezVelio BocciActivated charcoalThe Razor’s Edge by W. Somerset MaughamStalking the Wild Pendulum: On the Mechanics of Consciousness by Itzhak BentovThe Universal One by Walter RussellSir Ken Robinson Video:Did you enjoy this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review on iTunes to let us know. We value knowing what you think and this helps other moms find the podcast as well.Read TranscriptChild: Welcome to my Mommy’s podcast.Today’s episode is bro

Today’s episode is all about learning how to release the emotional ties that make us view our bodies from a place of fear, and how to replace that with love and acceptance. Lauren Geertsen of Empowered Sustenance is a body connection coach who’s done a ton of research and coaching to help women heal their …

Thanks so much to Dave Asprey, world-famous biohacker and founder of Bulletproof, for returning to the podcast. He’s been called the father of biohacking and I think he deserves the title! Dave has spent about $2 billion taking control of his own biology and finding new and innovative ways to reach the peak of health. …

I’m here with Dr. Alan Christianson, who is most recently the author of The Thyroid Reset Diet, which we talk about today. Dr. Christianson is a naturopathic endocrinologist who specializes in Hashimoto’s, hypothyroidism, and Graves’ disease. He is also the doctor who had a tremendous role in my own path to remission. He’s convinced that …

This episode goes deep on something called cardiometabolic risk, understanding lipoproteins and metabolic disorders. I’m here with Dr. William Cromwell, who is the chief of the Lipoprotein and Metabolic Disorders Institute in Raleigh, North Carolina, and who is one of the foremost experts in the world on these topics. I think this is a really …

Today we’re talking about an often overlooked aspect of health, which is financial health. Statistically, financial woes are one of the top five stressors for many Americans. And we know stress can have a big impact on our sleep, our immune system, and of course our happiness. Enter Joe DiSanto, creator of the blog “Play …

Gary Taubes is an award-winning scientist, health journalist, and author. You may know his books Good Calories, Bad Calories and Why We Get Fat. Now he has a new book called The Case for Keto that really deep dives into the data about the unprecedented epidemics of chronic disease, obesity, and diabetes in our society. Especially with everything going …

Shawn Stevenson is back! You remember him from one of our most popular episodes ever. As a mom I always knew sleep was important, but it wasn’t until I met Shawn that I realized just how crucial it is for our health. Shawn has revolutionized the field of sleep hygiene and sleep health. His book Sleep …

Today’s topic may not be one we think about every day, but unfortunately there are probably more and more people who are dealing with these conditions. I’m talking about mast cell activation and histamine intolerance with Dr. Beth O’Hara, who’s a Functional Naturopath specializing in this area. Beth is the founder and owner of Mast …

Wow… what a crazy 525,600 minutes this year has been! For many of us, the intense challenges of 2020 have been a rollercoaster, a teacher, a frustration, and a very very long 12 months. I know my year didn’t match the plans I made, and maybe some of you are feeling the same way. Instead …

Lately you’ve probably seen me experimenting with a continuous glucose monitor on my arm. I have learned so much from just one month of tracking that I was eager to go deeper. Dr. Casey Means is a Stanford-trained physician and the chief medical officer and co-founder of a company called Levels. They make a continuous …

This episode is about one of my favorite topics: how we can set our kids up for success in an increasingly technological world. And I’m here with one of my favorite people to talk about this topic with, Jesse Elder. He is an author, speaker, and entrepreneur working on creating resources for families that help …

Here we are… episode 400 of the Wellness Mama Podcast! It’s hard to believe I’ve been recording these for so long, and I’m so honored and grateful that you would share your most valuable resource, your time, with me and my guests over these past five years. This episode is a little bit different. It’s …

I’m here with Dr. Yoni Whitten, who is an expert on chronic pain. He’s a lifelong athlete who is no stranger to the physical and mental ailments that can hold us back. He is well-known for his program, Pain Fix Protocol, which blends the latest in scientific research with essential concepts from the field of natural movement, evolutionary health, spinal hygiene, and much more.In this episode, we really go deep on things like why 1.5 billion people are suffering from chronic pain worldwide, and why so much of the conventional approach to treating chronic pain doesn’t make sense. Even if you don’t struggle with chronic pain, it can help so much with posture and agility overall.Episode Highlights With Yoni WhittenWhy 1.5 billion people are suffering from chronic pain (and half of these have back pain)The factors that make chronic pain so complexWhat we can learn from five year olds about movementThe difference between exercise and movement and why it mattersWhy so many chronic health problems could be resolved if people would walk 5-9 miles a dayHow joints wear out even in people aren’t using themA funny side effect of wearing heelsThe surprising longevity correlation with being able to get up and down off the floorWhy NSAIDs are the number one prescribed treatment for chronic painThe big mismatch between conventional pain treatment and what the research saysWays to improve posture in adults and kids in creative waysWhy every joint needs to move through full range of motion every day, and how to do itHow to adopt a healthy movement routine each morning to avoid and fix chronic painResources We MentionPain Fix Protocol – use the code WELLNESSMAMA for discount The Wellness and Prevention Paradigm by Dr James ChestnutMore From Wellness Mama482: Katy Bowman on Grow Wild & Optimal Movement for Children and Families481: Dr. Joshua Levitt on Real Solutions for Musculoskeletal Pain267: Solving Joint Pain & Why Sports Aren’t Good for Kids With Hunter Fitness235: Signs of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction & How to Stop Pelvic Pain Naturally With Isa HerreraNatural Remedies for Growing PainsDid you enjoy this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review on iTunes to let us know. We value knowing what you think and this helps other moms find the podcast as well.Read TranscriptChild: Welcome to my Mommy’s podcast.This episode is brought to you by Alitura. You’ve probably heard me talk about that. This is a skincare company I love, and it’s founded by a dear friend of mine, Andy, who created these incredible products when he was in a horrible accident that left him with scars on his face. And this sent him into an

As you probably know, sauna use has been a really important part of my own recovery journey. It’s something I do at least three or four days a week without fail. I recently found a really intriguing budget-friendly sauna option when I met the researcher behind it, Eileen Durfee. Eileen is a former nuclear power engineer …

I’m here with someone I deeply admire and I’m incredibly grateful for. Dr. Alan Christianson is a naturopathic endocrinologist who focuses on thyroid function and specifically Hashimoto’s (which I had) as well as hypothyroidism and Graves’ disease.Dr. Christianson was actually the first doctor to diagnose me (correctly) and guide me to my recovery. He’s also done this for thousands of people in his years of practice.In this episode, we go deep on, of course, thyroid health, but also things like iodine, weight loss, and some confounding factors that aren’t always considered when it comes to thyroid.Episode Highlights With Dr. Alan ChristiansonSpecific resources to help with thyroid diseaseSome important reasons to consider avoiding iodine with thyroid diseaseWhy you likely need less iodine, not more, if you have thyroid disease (this was an important factor for me)The hidden source of iodine you’ve probably never consideredHow to know if you’re putting iodine on your skin without knowing itWhat to know about selenium intake and how to get enough without getting too muchThe labs to know to look at for thyroid healthOne lab that confirms the presence of thyroid diseaseThe two products you should consider avoiding for thyroid healthAnd more!Resources We MentionConnect with Dr. Alan ChristiansonBooks by Dr. Alan ChristiansonMaldon Celtic Salt (regular and smoked)More From Wellness Mama409: The Thyroid Reset Diet to Resolve Thyroid Problems With Dr. Alan Christianson325: Hashimoto’s Update: How I Got to Remission & What I Do to Maintain242: Fighting Thyroid Disease With Food & Recipes for Thyroid Health From Dr. Izabella Wentz118: An At-Home Approach to Balancing Thyroid Hormones with McCall McPherson97: OB & Midwife Aviva Romm on PPD, Thyroid Problems, & MTHFRHypothyroidism 101: How to Boost an Underactive Thyroid NaturallyHow to Know If You Have Hashimoto’s Disease (& What to Do)When Iodine Might Be Bad For Your ThyroidDo you have questions about thyroid health? Please drop a comment below or leave a review on iTunes to let us know. We value knowing what you think and this helps other moms find the podcast as well.Read T

This episode is about a clever way one entrepreneur connects people directly with their local food economies to save money, get more nutritious food, and support small family farmers. I’m here with Matthew Barnes, who’s the co-founder of LAEF, which is short for Local Agriculture Expansion Foundation. In a nutshell, LAEF is a free payment …

Today I have the pleasure of welcoming a much-requested guest, Dr. Paul Saladino of “The Carnivore Code” fame. He’s a double board certified doctor with a controversial claim: vegetables aren’t as good for you as you think! Dr. Saladino goes deep on how he used a meat-only diet to reverse autoimmune issues, chronic inflammation, mental health …