Harness Your Health

Many people turn to medicinal mushrooms as a "quick fix" for immunity or energy, but the true power of mycology lies in long-term, foundational support.  Understanding the difference between a high-quality fruiting body and a starch-filled supplement is the key to moving out of a state of chronic stress and into a state of mental clarity.  Today I’m joined by Andy Cappetta, a holistic nutritionist and the founder of Bloom Tap Naturals, who shares his expertise on the science of mushrooms and how to source products that truly support your body's innate wisdom.  In This Episode, You’ll Learn: The difference between common culinary mushrooms and medicinal powerhouses like Lion’s Mane and Reishi.   Why the "fruiting body" is superior to mycelium-on-grain products that often contain hidden starches and fillers.  How Lion’s Mane promotes nerve growth factor (NGF) and supports the gut-brain axis for better focus and alertness. The role of Reishi as a multitasker for immune modulation and HPA axis regulation to balance cortisol.  Why "more isn’t always better" when it comes to medicinal mushrooms and the importance of consistent, low-dose support. Practical ways to use powders and tinctures, including the necessity of hot water extraction to break down chitin. How to test your current mushroom supplements for starch using a simple at-home iodine test.  Key Takeaway: True health isn't about intervening with a heavy hand; it's about providing the body with the specific compounds it needs to do the work it already knows how to do. By integrating high-quality medicinal mushrooms into your daily rhythm, you support the foundational systems that allow your nervous system and immune system to find their natural balance.   Resources Mentioned: Health Foundations Assessment: Health Foundations Assessment Bloomcap Naturals: bloomcapnaturals.com/ Connect & Support the Show: Subscribe to the podcast for upcoming episodes on nutrition, digestion, nervous system regulation, and circadian health. To begin identifying your own healing priorities, visit Prime To Nourish and take the Health Foundations Assessment.

What if working on your health didn't have to be a rigid protocol of 20+ supplements and a complicated, hourly routine? True healing often lies in simple, consistent rituals that signal safety to your nervous system, allowing your body to finally move out of a chronic "hustle" state and into a place of repair. Today I’m joined by Lauren Cranmer, a registered nurse and certified holistic nutritionist who is the owner of Blends by the Shore, a coastal-inspired botanical wellness company specializing in organic loose leaf herbal tea blends and rituals. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why slowing down to appreciate what you put in your body is a vital factor for long-term health. Understanding why botanicals are a form of communication your body can easily absorb and use. Shifting from a "supplement" mentality to a consistent, foundational support system. Why chronic stress (sympathetic state) blocks your body’s ability to prioritize digestion and nutrient absorption. How one client eliminated symptoms simply by slowing down her morning smoothie intake. Moving away from people-pleasing and learning to trust your intuitive gut sense when making health choices. How Lauren works with other practitioners to create custom herbal blends based on objective lab data and client goals. Key Takeaway: Healing doesn't have to be complicated; it is about creating daily rhythms that are authentic and aligned with your body’s unique needs .  When we nourish our nervous system with simple botanical rituals, we provide the "stress barrier" breakdown necessary for our physiology to truly thrive .  Resources Mentioned: Health Foundations Assessment: Health Foundations Assessment Blends by the Shore: blendsbytheshore.com Practitioner Program: blendsbytheshore.com/practitioner Connect & Support the Show: Subscribe to the podcast for upcoming episodes on nutrition, digestion, nervous system regulation, and circadian health. To begin identifying your own healing priorities, visit Prime To Nourish and take the Health Foundations Assessment.

Today I’m joined by Molly Aldrich, a seasoned oncology nurse with over 20 years of experience and a certified Reiki Master and breathwork practitioner who focuses on using the mind-body connection to build resilience and regulate the nervous system. Many healthcare workers and high-stress professionals operate from a place of deep disconnection, often pouring into others while their own nervous systems are stuck in a repetitive cycle of "fight or flight". In this episode, we explore how energy medicine and conscious breathing aren’t just "woo-woo" concepts—they are physiological tools that help "put your soul back into your body" and create the internal safety necessary for true healing. In This Episode You'll Learn: How 20 years in oncology led Molly to integrate Reiki and breathwork for resilience  The powerful moment Molly felt her "soul put back into her body" through energy work   Why breathwork acts as a direct switch to move the nervous system from stress to restoration Understanding the body’s energetic systems through measurable scientific principles  Practical techniques to down-regulate your body before stressful moments or phone calls   Why "bliss" is achieved by allowing emotions to be fully felt and released Key Takeaways True healing starts when we stop fighting our stress and start using foundational tools like breath and energy to signal safety to our physiology. When the nervous system is regulated, the body can finally move from a state of depletion to restoration. Resources Mentioned: Health Foundations Assessment: Health Foundations Assessment. Connect & Support the Show: Subscribe to the podcast for upcoming episodes on nutrition, digestion, nervous system regulation, and circadian health and much more! To begin identifying your own healing priorities, visit Prime To Nourish and take the Health Foundations Assessment.  

If you’re doing everything “right” with your health but still feel exhausted, inflamed, or off… this episode explains why. We break down two of the most overlooked foundations of healing: your nervous system and your circadian rhythm. Learn how chronic stress and disrupted daily rhythms can block digestion, hormones, energy, and recovery, no matter how clean your diet or supplement routine is. This episode will help you understand what your body actually needs to feel safe, regulated, and able to heal. In This Episode, You’ll Learn:• Why your body isn’t broken — it’s responding to stress• How nervous system dysregulation impacts digestion, hormones, and energy• Why you can’t “supplement your way out” of chronic stress• Simple ways to support your nervous system daily• How circadian rhythm controls sleep, metabolism, and mood• The most powerful habits to reset your internal clock• Why consistency matters more than perfection in healing Key Takeaways:Healing starts with safety, rhythm, and foundational support — not more restriction or willpower. When your body feels safe and aligned, everything else works better. Resources Mentioned:Health Foundations Assessment: Health Foundations Assessment. Connect & Support the Show:Subscribe to the podcast for upcoming episodes on nutrition, digestion, nervous system regulation, and circadian health and many other aspects of holistic health.   . To begin identifying your own healing priorities, visit Prime To Nourish and take the Health Foundations Assessment.

Confused about what diet to follow? Keto, paleo, vegan, low-carb… this episode breaks through the noise. Instead of focusing on restrictive diets, we dive into what actually matters for your health: nutrient density, digestion, hydration, and consistency. Because it’s not just what you eat, it’s what your body can actually absorb and use. If you’re dealing with low energy, cravings, poor digestion, or feeling stuck despite “eating healthy,” this episode will help you understand why. In This Episode, You’ll Learn:• Why nutrition is not about following a specific diet• The difference between calories vs. nutrients (and why it matters)• Why RDAs aren’t enough for optimal health• Key nutrients needed for energy production and metabolism• How hydration impacts every system in your body• Why digestion determines whether you actually benefit from your food• The most overlooked habit for better digestion (hint: it’s simple)• What your poop can tell you about your health• Why supplements alone won’t fix underlying issues Key Takeaways:True nutrition is about creating an environment where your body can absorb, use, and thrive on the nutrients you give it. That means focusing on how you eat, not just what you eat. Resources Mentioned:Health Foundations Assessment: Health Foundations Assessment. Connect & Support the Show:Subscribe to the podcast for upcoming episodes on nutrition, digestion, nervous system regulation, and circadian health. To begin identifying your own healing priorities, visit Prime To Nourish and take the Health Foundations Assessment.

In this episode, I’m sharing the personal story behind Prime to Nourish and the philosophy that drives my work today. I walk you through my path from studying exercise science at Oregon State to becoming an oncology nurse, all while quietly struggling with my own digestive issues, stress, fatigue, and fertility challenges. Even with a medical background and access to great doctors, I still didn’t have the answers my body needed. That’s what led me into holistic nutrition and eventually to the Nutrition Therapy Institute, where everything finally started to make sense. I began to understand how nutrients, digestion, the nervous system, and circadian rhythm all work together to determine whether the body can actually heal. This episode is really about the shift that changed everything for me and now shapes how I help others. Why I believe in a foundations-first approach, why I’m passionate about bridging conventional and holistic care, and why understanding your body’s priorities can change everything. In This Episode, You’ll Learn:• How my journey through nursing and personal health struggles led me to holistic nutrition• Why conventional medicine alone often isn’t enough for long-term health• The moment that changed how I viewed healing and the body• How stress, digestion, and nutrient depletion impacted my own health• Why symptoms aren’t the root cause (and what actually is)• The biggest mistake people make when trying to “fix” their health• Why foundational systems like the nervous system and circadian rhythm matter most• How supporting the body (instead of fighting it) creates real change Key Takeaways:Even with a strong background in healthcare, I didn’t find real answers until I shifted from symptom-based thinking to supporting the body as a whole. My journey showed me that true healing comes from addressing foundational systems like stress, digestion, and nutrients rather than relying on quick fixes or isolated treatments. Resources Mentioned:Health Foundations Assessment: Health Foundations Assessment. Connect & Support the Show:Subscribe to the podcast for upcoming episodes on nutrition, digestion, nervous system regulation, and circadian health. To begin identifying your own healing priorities, visit Prime To Nourish and take the Health Foundations Assessment.

Why are so many people doing everything for their health — diets, supplements, testing — and still not feeling better? In this trailer for Harness Your Health, holistic nutrition practitioner and former oncology nurse Charis Sederberg introduces the philosophy behind the show: true healing starts with the foundations of physiology. Instead of chasing diagnoses and protocols, this podcast focuses on rebuilding the systems that allow the body to heal. On this podcast, we’ll explore: • What true root-cause healing actually means • Why minerals, nutrients, and blood sugar balance matter • How the nervous system influences digestion, hormones, and inflammation • Why more testing isn’t always the answer • Practical ways to rebuild health from the ground up If you’ve tried everything and still feel stuck — or you want a deeper understanding of how the body actually heals — this podcast is for you. Welcome to Harness Your Health.