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The Wellness Restoration Project
by Shelley Swapp
An Ancient Chinese Proverb wisely states that "When Sleeping Women Wake, Mountains Move" Welcome to the podcast that opens eyes and moves mountains that stand in the way of creating wellness by asking the question:"HOW ARE YOU WELL?"Interviews, discussions and resources around both ancient and modern practices, research and more to help YOU build your own powerful network and practices for wellness.Wondering how I became such a great resource? I've been where you are: sick, worried and not getting positive results from western drugs for myself or my children. Eventually I was introduced to the world of whole foods and medicinal herbs and things finally began to change. I wanted to know HOW and WHY and so I began a formal study of herbal medicine and traditional ancestral diets that has taken me on over a decade of intense learning and training, meeting some amazing people along the way.Now I help women heal so they can lift others 🌱 Using Herbs, Nutrition 🌿& Science 🧬 and introd
Episodes
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Ep 5: The Restore Code
What if the reason you’re tired isn’t motivation… or age… or willpower… …but your cells trying to protect you? In this episode, we go deeper into the inner world of your mitochondria — the tiny “suns” inside your cells that produce nearly all your energy. And more importantly, we explore the four...
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Starlight Inside - The Mitochondria Episode
Episode 4 — Starlight Inside, The Mitochondria Episode Show Notes / Description In today’s episode, we zoom inward—into the living universe inside your cells—to explore how your mitochondria (your body’s tiny suns) create the energy that fuels everything you do… and what happens when life burns…
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Ep 3 Partnering With Your Genes - the Stress, Hormone, Genetics Loop
Episode Description What if detox wasn’t about deprivation, but about bringing your body back into flow? In this episode, Shelley Swapp blends Traditional Chinese Medicine philosophy with cutting-edge nutrigenomics to reveal how your body’s natural detox pathways influence hormones, metabolism…
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Nutrigenomics: Seeing Yourself in Your Story
Why do some diets or wellness plans work beautifully for one person and leave another feeling worse? In this episode, Shelley Swapp shares how nutrigenomics — the study of how nutrition influences the way your genes express — can completely change the way you understand your health story. She…
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No More One Size Fits All Nutrition
After an extended break, Shelley Swapp returns to The Wellness Restoration Project with a fresh focus and an exciting new direction. In this energizing kickoff episode, Shelley shares why she’s relaunching the show to explore nutrigenomics — the rapidly growing science that reveals how the foods…
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Xenoestrogens, Trauma & Hormone Balance a Conversation with Bubble & Bee Organics
This episode is packed full of nuggets! It's amazing to me how many great products are the direct result of a woman who decided to take her health into her own hands. Stephanie Greenwood is a cosmetic formulator, small business owner, survivor of long-term domestic abuse, and has treated her PCOS...
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Your Symptoms Hold Great Wisdom
Most of us have spent our lives learning how to suppress our symptoms Have a headache? Take some tylenol Cramps? Here's some Midol. Constipated? Here's a laxative Heartburn? Take a tums Tired? Grab some caffeine As we age that strategy goes into overdrive: While I absolutely recognize that we are...
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Relationship Centered Care - With Dr Keren Dolan
From Aromatherapy to Herbalism to Somatic Therapy - today you get to hear from my wonderful mentor, Dr Keren Dolan and the vision we share of being able to create the healthcare we all need: one based on the individual in front of us. We talk about the National Association for Holistic…
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Hormones, Strength & Women's Health with Alexis Paige
Today is the day - we break down 5 of the most important reasons women need to be strength training for our hormonal health. We break down the benefits, how to get started and so much more in this episode that is part 3 in a 3 part series with Alexis Paige. Download her Getting Started E-book…
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Nutrition & Strength - Next Steps, Part 2 with Alexis Paige
Let's talk MACROS & MICROS - what they do, why we need them and how to create a balanced eating plan to leave you nourished and energized. The BMR calculator we referenced is here http://www.bmrcalculator.org/ you can follow Alexis here https://www.instagram.com/alexis_paige_made/ and find me…
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Strength & Nutrition, Why, How & Where to Start with Alexis Paige Part 1
Understanding our female physiology and how muscle impacts EVERYTHING from our energy to our hormones to our ability to pick up that Amazon package off the front porch without worrying about getting hurt. Alexis Paige - a Strength & Nutrition Specialist - Joins me for part one of series of...
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Ep 51 Peaceful Power - Medicine for a Stressed Mind
Today we welcome back Dr Rashmi Schramm. It's a part 2 to our original episode on the science behind meditation but this time we get to go much deeper. The power of NSDR (Non Sleep Deep Rest) or Yoga Nidra comes in the forms of self compassion, clarity and recognizing that we can choose to…
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A Healthcare Wrapped in Kindness & Possibilities
Welcome to season 3 - a bit of a reintroduction episode for those new to the Wellness Restoration Project and my reason for creating this space full of resources. I hope you will join me in redefining what that health care is, looking for underlying imbalances instead of ways to suppress…
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Integrative Fertility: a Masterclass with Dr Carolin Sueldo & Dr Rashmi Schramm
In today's episode, I'm joining Fertility Expert Dr Carolina Sueldo and Meditation Expert Dr Rashmi Schramm in a Masterclass focusing on the benefits of Herbs & Meditation in the Fertility Journey. We talk background, herbs and Dr Schramm leaves us with a beautiful meditation. These Integrative...
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Slow Fashion & Sustainable Beauty with The Stylist Next-door
Have you ever heard of Slow Fashion? I bet its not what you think it is! Delee Cox joins me on the podcast today to teach us how to think differently about our wardrobe, shopping and learning ways to love what you have and wear. It's amazing how even our clothing choices can have lasting impacts…
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Balancing Body Mind & Soul with Dr Rashmi Schramm
This may be your favorite episode ever. The recording of our masterclass Balancing Body Mind & Soul . Dr Rashmi Schramm joins me again as we take you through a sneak peak of what our 4 Week Live Immersion Experience called Nourishing Mindfulness will be like. Today you'll learn about Lemon Balm…
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Clean Beauty starts with Botanical Skincare, Rachel Pachivas of AnnMarie Skincare
This month is all about Clean Beauty!
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Learning to do the Impossible with Dr Carly
This sweet interview with Dr Carly of the Healing Ground Movement hits all the high notes. Her story is for all of us. She is a Dr of Chiropractic, a survivor of childhood meningitis and an advocate for recovery as a way to reach our highest potential. If you or someone you love are struggling…
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Putting Women Back in the Center of Their Story, Healing After Birth with Leslie Abraham
Leslie Abraham is a French osteopath DO who specializes in pregnancy, postpartum and newborn care, with over 10 years of international experience, a published author, a prenatal and postpartum certified personal trainer, a certified health coach, and the founder of Bonjour Baby. Since 2008…
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The Best Medicine is in your Mind. Mindfulness with Dr Rashmi Schramm
Have you heard that meditation and mindfulness are good for you? That they can help with anxiety, sleep, concentration, etc but you don't really understand why or how and even where to start? By the end of this episode you'll have all of those questions answered. Dr Rashmi Schramm of Optimal...
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Holiday Hormone Balance & Weight Loss Tips
Nervous about the upcoming holiday season derailing your efforts to balance hormones and manage your weight (and overall health!). This quick episode has some great tips on strategies that can help. Want to jump on that fantastic magnesium sale? Living the Good Life Naturally…
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The Magnesium Lady - Kristen Bowen & The Building Block of Wellness
Y'all know I LOVE a good epsom salt bath - and am constantly reminding everyone that magnesium is a MUST have for health. But today, my guest on the podcast takes magnesium to a whole new level. Kristen Bowen is THE Magnesium Lady and she knows that when women feel well, everyone around them...
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ADHD & The Sleep Connection with Dr Shirazi
When it come to ADHD there isn't a simple solution - nutrition, psychology and genetics can all play a role. But what about SLEEP? It's actually a HUGE piece of the puzzle - and its about a lot more than just getting to bed on time. Dr Shirazi joins me today on the Project and brings a whole new...
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What about Calories?
What do we really need to know about calories and how does the amount of calories we eat affect our hormones? This episode will help you start to see how important it is to know your body, what it needs and how to get started. Ready to check your BMR? Try this calculator...
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You Deserve to be Heard with Dr Julie Hanks
The wonderful Dr Julie Hanks is with me today as we apply the principles she teaches in her Assertiveness Guide for Women to the challenges so many women face navigating healthcare. If you don't already follow her on social media you can find her @drjuliehanks on Instagram And if you are…
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Fat & Happy or Thin & Miserable - let's make that not a thing. Season 2
The Wellness Restoration Project is BACK and I'm headed into big new territory. First and foremost, we're going to talk straight about WEIGHT. How the paradigm we've been operating under of energy in =energy out is tragically flawed and how intimately connected our weight is with our hormones.…
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How is Your Sleep?
How is your sleep? Do you fall asleep easily? Do you stay asleep all night? Do you feel rested when you wake in the morning? Do you sleep peacefully? (bad or vivid dreaming, restless leg, night sweats?) Do you get 7-9 hours of sleep a night? If you answered NO to any of the above questions then...
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The "Stop Being a Jerk Herb"- St John's Wort
I love this bright, cheery little flower – coming to full bloom at the height of the summer when days are the longest. It manages to bloom just in time to capture the power of long sunlit days in its leaves and flowers which we then get to infuse into extracts, powders and oils to help support...
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You Are What You DIGEST
You've probably heard the old adage - You are what you Eat. But the real truth is that you are what you DIGEST. So how is your digestion? No seriously! If you are struggling with digestive symptoms, even if your diet is top notch, squeaky clean and on point, weak digestion means you aren't…
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Mom's, Teens & Mental Health with Cheryl Cardall
There's an old saying that when "mama ain't happy, nobody is happy".. but I have often found the reverse to be even more true. When parenting includes all the normal ups and downs AND you throw in the challenges that come with mental health issues for anyone in the family, things can get tricky...
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A Story of Early Peri-menopause
Once my period returned, it never stopped. I became a zombie of exhaustion and anemia. The solution my Dr presented was a hysterectomy. He assured me they would leave my ovaries intact and I would be fine. I was 31 By 32 I was in full blown peri-menopause. The crazy thing is that my experience is...
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Becoming Strong & Capable, an Interview with Brigette Heller
Brigette Heller learned to live a life filled with radical encouragement after battling severe Post-Partum depression with her first and second children. Not knowing what it was or why she felt the way she did, she was quietly invited to attend a class in her friends basement where she began to...
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Mental Health & the Gut Brain Connection
Do you understand what the Gut Brain Connection is? If not, no worries because today I break it down for you. You'll learn about the Enteric Nervous System and how that is connected to our emotions and our gut health. I also introduce you to a few key nutrients and herbs that act as...
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An Essential Nutrient for Brain Health
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month we're talking about one of THE MOST IMPORTANT NUTRIENTS for brain health. This key player is essential from conception to school performance to gut health and into our aging years. We're talking about DHA, where we get it, the studies that back up...
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The Power to FOCUS with Lyn Christian
Lyn Christian of SoulSalt is a master when it comes to strategy and helping people go after their dreams. She's a business coach that has really done the work to become an expert in her field. In this episode Lyn teaches some powerful tools to help those of us who tend struggle to stay on task…
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The BIG Secret to Mastering Your Time with Paul Van Bloem
This Bonus Episode is a companion to Episode 26 which is all about herbs that support your ability to focus and concentrate. There's nothing quite like having the capacity to get stuff done and not knowing where to even start. Paul has some fantastic advice on how to figure out where to spend…
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Herbal Support to Help You Focus
One of the things I get asked for on a regular basis is if I know of any herbs that can help with focus and concentration. The answer is YES! There are some fabulous herbs that have been treasured nootropics for thousands of years. In today's episode I introduce you to 4 of my favorites and two…
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EP 25 - The Queen Piece With Honey & Ice
Have you ever played the game of Chess? If so, you probably know that it's all about strategy and that protecting the Queen piece, so she can show up when she is most needed, is how you win the game. Today's episode is all about the ways we protect, nurture and care for ourselves as Queen pieces…
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Herbal Allies for Supporting Grief Part 2
After my last episode aired on Grief Support I realized I left A LOT of herbs out that are incredibly helpers when it comes to grief. I also had listeners reach out and has for more specific info. So here's even more information the many beautiful herbs and addresses more of the research...
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Supporting Grief - Detoxification Part 3
Taking a break from my series on financial wellness and heading back to my 12 part series on detoxification. This episode also addresses some of the foods, nutrients and herbs we can lean on to support us when dealing with grief. While I could spend hours teaching you about the many many herbs…
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EP 22 - Financial Healing with Sarah Grace Allred
When it comes to wellness in our world, looking at the WHOLE picture is incredibly important. This next episode, with my friend and mentor, Sarah Grace Allred, is one that is near and dear to my heart. Financial wellness is a piece of the healing puzzle for many women and it can be such a taboo...
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EP 21 - Intentional Principles of Wellness in Business with Katie Richardson
Katie Richardson is a powerful coach to entrepreneurs, who started with a simple sketch and a giant leap of faith she transformed an industry and became a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. She's been featured on the Ellen show, the Rachel Ray show, the Today show. she's been on the...
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When Replenishing IS Detoxification - Next Steps, Diet
Today is all about how replenishing our bodies through good food IS detoxification. Its crazy how many sales pitches out there would lead you to believe the you need to cut out most foods to detox. Give me 15 minutes to help you see otherwise! Download my Hormone balancing detox super star meal...
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EP 19 - The Secret to Great Skin with Erin Massengale
Great skin is often attributed to fantastic genetics or an intensive skin care regimen. And while genetics and skin care rituals can be helpful, the secret to healthy skin is actually much simpler than you may realize. Erin Massengale, Clinical Herbalist, joins me today to talk wellness, skin…
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EP 18 - 12 Step Detoxification Plan Steps 1-3
Did you know Detox is so much more than a 3 day juice diet? SO MUCH MORE Over the next few episodes I'm talking you through my 12 step detoxification plan. Today's episode is all about steps 1-3 Reducing body burden is crucial to a healthy detoxification system. Want to grab that 3 pack of…
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EP 17 - Caring for your Creativity with LeAndra Baker
LeAndra Baker, the owner, artist and maker behind the brilliant dyed fibers of Created by Elsie B joins me again - we dive deeper into the healing that she found through bringing a childhood craft back to life and the continual work of healing that is required to allow her space to create inside...
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EP 16 - When The Doctor Is The Chef with Dr Antonella
The beautiful worlds of food and medicine combine in this interview with Dr Antonella. She brings her story, her heritage and her passion for all things wellness in this interview that helps bridge the gap between western medicine, slow food and true wellness. Not to mention a little lesson on…
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EP 15 - Helping Good People Become Great People with Paul Van Bloem
Paul Van Bloem's work is best described as being engaged in the effort of helping good people become great people. What exactly does that mean? A giant social media reach? A better physique? Freedom from financial cares? Not for Paul He sees greatness as so much deeper and so much higher than…
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EP 14 - Opening the Pathways with Darla Trendler
One of the ways I recognize true principles is when they show up over and over again in different ways. Today, we're talking about ways we open pathways: in the physical body we have several pathways, also referred to as detoxification pathways that we need to be open in order to reduce pain,...
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EP 13 - Emotional Survival, Learning to Love Ourselves with Bobbi Wynn
"The pain of being afraid of touching our pain is so much worse than actually getting our pain out and working through it" Bobbi Wynn is one of the kindest, wisest souls I've had the honor of learning from. She KNOWS the fear of touching those painful things and the power and peace that comes…
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An Ancient Chinese Proverb wisely states that "When Sleeping Women Wake, Mountains Move" Welcome to the podcast that opens eyes and moves mountains that stand in the way of creating wellness by asking the question:"HOW ARE YOU WELL?"Interviews, discussions and resources around both ancient and modern practices, research and more to help YOU build your own powerful network and practices for wellness.Wondering how I became such a great resource? I've been where you are: sick, worried and not getting positive results from western drugs for myself or my children. Eventually I was introduced to the world of whole foods and medicinal herbs and things finally began to change. I wanted to know HOW and WHY and so I began a formal study of herbal medicine and traditional ancestral diets that has taken me on over a decade of intense learning and training, meeting some amazing people along the way.Now I help women heal so they can lift others 🌱 Using Herbs, Nutrition 🌿& Science 🧬 and introd
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