Staying Ageless: Recent Episodes
Esosa E., The Raw Girl
A health and wellness podcast that will equip you with major keys to achieve extraordinary longevity. Tune in for a fun and engaging look at food and lifestyle choices, hear from experts as well as living examples, and learn how to personalize your nutrition and exercise regimen and boost your energy so you can stay fly til you're 99, or close to it.
Chile, are you or someone you know interested in giving birth and happen to be over the age of 40? If so, you don’t want to miss this episode where we delve into how to have a healthy pregnancy over 40 and overcome any challenges whether they be mental, spiritual, or physical.
In this show I'm going to delve into what is happening in pregnancy during each trimester, and some of the nutrition every mom-to-be should focus on, and later we’ll be chatting with Ch-a Mosley, an amazing woman who had a healthy natural pregnancy at the age of 46.
Sis, get your non-alcoholic wine and popcorn, get comfy, and learn:
- What happens to the baby in each trimester
- How to sustain a positive mindset giving birth over 40
- Ways to navigate your care team
- Personal jewels of wisdom from our guest’s pregnancy journey
- What risks are associated with pregnancy over 40 and how to overcome them
Check out Ch-a online here and her amazing merchandise:
Website: www.pregnancyoverforty.com
IG @PREGNANCYOVERFORTY
TT @PREGNANCYOVER40
To listen to past shows visit: https://stayingagelessshow.com/
To sign up for a FREE CALL to learn about our Hormone Balancing Academy visit:
https://www.therawgirl.com/hba
To watch my FREE Training the Secret to Resetting Your Hormones:
https://www.therawgirl.com/free-training
Or my Free Training on 6 Major Keys to Determine Your Ideal Diet:
https://www.therawgirl.com/6waysfreeclass
For more about Esosa E. and the services we provide at Staying Ageless Coaching visit:
https://www.therawgirl.com/
Chile, are you interested in living your best ageless life long term? If so, you don’t want to miss this episode where we break down how regenerative medicine can support longevity when we are coming from the foundation of good health.
In this show I'm going to delve into women's hormonal stages, perimenopause, and how to support yourself nutritionally through this, and later we’ll be chatting with Zora Benhamou, a gerontologist who focuses on biohacking for women going through the menopause transition.
Sis, get your favorite superfood tonic, get comfy, and learn:
- What is perimenopause?
- What is menopause?
- How women’s hormones shift from their 30s and into 50s
- What are the levels or phases one can approach biohacking
- How bioidentical hormones can support women’s hormone shifts in perimenopause
- Shifts in mindset that can happen during hormonal transition
Check out Zora’s website: https://hackmyage.com/
To listen to past shows visit: https://stayingagelessshow.com/
To sign up for a FREE CALL to learn about our Hormone Balancing Academy visit:
https://www.therawgirl.com/hba
To watch my FREE Training the Secret to Resetting Your Hormones:
https://www.therawgirl.com/free-training
Or my Free Training on 6 Major Keys to Determine Your Ideal Diet:
https://www.therawgirl.com/6waysfreeclass
For more about Esosa E. and the services we provide at Staying Ageless Coaching visit:
https://www.therawgirl.com/
Chile, are you interested in living your best ageless life long term? If so, you don’t want to miss this episode where we break down how regenerative medicine can support longevity when we are coming from the foundation of good health.
In this show I'm going to delve into the benefits of personalized medicine, and later we’ll be chatting with our expert Dr. Eliopoulos is the co-founder of Rocky Mountain Regenerative Medicine (RMRM), a medical clinic in Boulder, Colorado, that specializes in regenerative medicine.
Sis, get your kombucha and snacks ready, and learn:
- What is regenerative medicine?
- The importance of looking at the whole human being
- A vision for a medical system that is more sustainable
- How stem cells can enhance the foundation of good health
- How regenerative medicine can support longevity
- The importance of mindset and mental health for healing
- How a low dose psychedelic infusion can transform depression and anxiety
Check out Dr. Vassily’s practice :
Rocky Mountain Regenerative Medicine
To listen to past shows visit: https://stayingagelessshow.com/
To sign up for a FREE CALL to learn about our Hormone Balancing Academy visit:
https://www.therawgirl.com/hba
To watch my FREE Training the Secret to Resetting Your Hormones:
https://www.therawgirl.com/free-training
Or my Free Training on 6 Major Keys to Determine Your Ideal Diet:
https://www.therawgirl.com/6waysfreeclass
For more about Esosa E. and the services we provide at Staying Ageless Coaching visit:
https://www.therawgirl.com/
Chile do you or someone you do struggle with hypothyroidism? If so, you don’t want to miss this episode where we break down a new way to approach the root cause of hypothyroidism so that you can finally actually experience relief from symptoms.
In this show I'm going to give you some signs and symptoms related to hypothyroidism, and later we’ll be chatting with our expert Dr. Eric Balcavage co-author of The Thyroid Debacle, Host of the Thyroid Answer’s Podcast, and Owner and Founder of Rejuvagen a functional medicine clinic in Pennsylvania.
Girl, get your kombucha and snacks ready, and learn:
- Some of the top signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism
- Which bodily functions that are disrupted by hypothyroidism
- Why it’s super important to notice thyroid issues as early as possible
- Why thyroid dysfunction points to adaptive physiology
- What is the cell danger response and why it matters for the thyroid
- The difference between Western medicine definition of hypothyroidism and holistic definition of of hypothyroidism
- What is cellular or tissue hypothyroidism and why it needs to be addressed
Check out Dr. Eric Balcavage’s book: The Thyroid Debacle
Check out the episode that I joined The Thyroid Answers Podcast.
To listen to past shows visit: https://stayingagelessshow.com/
To sign up for a FREE CALL to learn about our Hormone Balancing Academy visit:
https://www.therawgirl.com/hba
To watch my FREE Training the Secret to Resetting Your Hormones:
https://www.therawgirl.com/free-training
Or my Free Training on 6 Major Keys to Determine Your Ideal Diet:
https://www.therawgirl.com/6waysfreeclass
For more about Esosa E. and the services we provide at Staying Ageless Coaching visit:
https://www.therawgirl.com/
Sis, are you looking for new supplements to add to your longevity stack? If you are like me and interested in compounds that really give you a lotta bang for your buck, you’ll be into the amazing ageless effects of spermidine.
In this show I'm going to give you a few simple tips on ways you can avoid premature graying of your hair, and the nutrition required to maintain healthy hair, and later we’ll be chatting with our expert Leslie Kenny who is the Owner of the supplements company, Oxford Healthspan.
Chile, grab your hot cacao, get those comfy slipper on and learn:
- How spermidine can help restore gray hair
- What is the benefit of supplementing spermidine rather than just relying on food
- How Leslie healed her hypothyroidism naturally
- The benefits of using glandular supplements to support thyroid function
- How the adrenal glands, cortisol levels, and thyroid health are connected
- The overall effects of intense trauma on the body
If you would like to purchase Spermidine from Oxford Healthspan you can get it via this link:
https://oxford-healthspan.myshopify.com/therawgirl (use the promo code RAWGIRL15)
To listen to past shows visit: https://stayingagelessshow.com/
To sign up for a FREE CALL to learn about our Hormone Balancing Academy visit:
https://www.therawgirl.com/hba
To watch my FREE Training the Secret to Resetting Your Hormones:
https://www.therawgirl.com/free-training
Or my Free Training on 6 Major Keys to Determine Your Ideal Diet:
https://www.therawgirl.com/6waysfreeclass
For more about Esosa E. and the services we provide at Staying Ageless Coaching visit:
https://www.therawgirl.com/
Chile, in this episode, we'll explore the fundamentals of addressing fibroids naturally - a prevalent women's health issue. We'll touch on their types, causes, and symptoms, shedding light on the different factors and causes. And although each person’s experience with fibroids is unique, we will discuss the different signs and symptoms associated with fibroids to look out for.
So sis, bring out your favorite hormone balancing smoothie and listen out as Dr. Warshowsky and I discuss:
- How environmental toxins and mold exposure can influence the growth of fibroids
- Why detoxifying your liver is key to hormone health
- What are growth proteins and why are they key for fibroid growth
- The impact of inflammation on the growth of fibroids
- The link between leaky gut and fibroids
- Avoiding endocrine disruptors in common products that can cause hormone imbalance
- The impact hormonal balance has on fibroid growth
- How to take a multifaceted approach for natural fibroid management
- The integration of conventional and holistic modalities in practice
- And more
To find Dr. Allan Warshowsky you can visit his website: https://doctorallan.com/
And check out his book: Healing Fibroids: A Doctor’s Guide to a Natural Cure
To listen to past shows visit: https://stayingagelessshow.com/
To sign up for a FREE CALL to learn about our Hormone Balancing Academy visit:
https://www.therawgirl.com/hba
To watch my FREE Training the Secret to Resetting Your Hormones:
https://www.therawgirl.com/free-training
Or my Free Training on 6 Major Keys to Determine Your Ideal Diet:
https://www.therawgirl.com/6waysfreeclass
For more about Esosa E. and the services we provide at Staying Ageless Coaching visit:
https://www.therawgirl.com/
In this episode, we'll explore how you can use specific scripture, Holy communion, prayer, and faith to heal fibroids and infertility supernaturally based on the experience of our guest. I’ll also share with you a few of the healing experiences I personally have had praying over health issues that left in many cases instantaneously.
Chile, bring out your mug of herbal tea with honey and listen out as Apostle Vivien Rose and I discuss:
- Her experience with difficulties getting pregnant
- How she went from birth control use to a fibroids diagnosis
- The power of regular Holy communion and how she used it to reclaim her fertility
- The scripture she stood upon daily to get pregnant and keep her child
- How her fibroids went from life-threatening to undetectable by scans
Really inspired by conversation with our special guest, Apostle Vivien Rose. If her testimony touches you please feel free to message us and let us know! We will pass along any notes. She is the founder of The Two Shall Be One Ministry, The Gideon War Room (prayer group), and the co-founder of Union City Dallas Church. You can find more about her online via these handles: @twoshallbeone @apostlevivienrose, Youtube: The Two Shall Be One, and Website: https://www.thetwoshallbeone.com/
To listen to past shows visit: https://stayingagelessshow.com/
To sign up for a FREE CALL to learn about our Hormone Balancing Academy visit:
https://www.therawgirl.com/hba
To watch my FREE Training the Secret to Resetting Your Hormones:
https://www.therawgirl.com/free-training
Or my Free Training on 6 Major Keys to Determine Your Ideal Diet:
https://www.therawgirl.com/6waysfreeclass
For more about Esosa E. and the services we provide at Staying Ageless Coaching visit:
https://www.therawgirl.com/
Chile, this week we are sharing some insightful clips from each episode of season eight, which has been filled with phenomenal guests who all shared such wonderful words of wisdom!
If you’ve missed an episode, or just want to absorb the juicy content of an episode again, take some time to go on back to listen and catch up!
We look forward to chatting again with even more wonderful guests in the next season. Here are this season’s guests:
- Chris Mirabile
- Leslie Kenny
- Dr Paul O’Malley
- Dr. Anshul Gupta
- Dr. Marquetta Giles
- Dr. Nick Bitz
- Adenla Handcrafted Essentials
- Dr. Gladys McGarey
- And 2 of my clients, Solia and Paula
It was a real pleasure having all of them on the Staying Ageless podcast.
Chile, if you’re ready to build helpful habits and stay fly til’ your 99, while proritizing your health, then it is time to join the Ageless tribe! Visit www.therawgirl.com to sign up for a free call and get your journey started.
Or if you’re struggling with horrible periods, fibroids, PCOS or any hormonal imbalance, you might be interested in our Hormone Balancing Academy. Sign up for a free call as the 1st step to taking charge of your health!
Until next time, Ageless tribe!
Your health is in your wealth
XO
To listen to past shows visit: https://stayingagelessshow.com/
To sign up for a FREE CALL to learn about our Hormone Balancing Academy visit:
https://www.therawgirl.com/hba
To watch my FREE Training the Secret to Resetting Your Hormones:
https://www.therawgirl.com/free-training
Or my Free Training on 6 Major Keys to Determine Your Ideal Diet:
https://www.therawgirl.com/6waysfreeclass
For more about Esosa E. and the services we provide at Staying Ageless Coaching visit:
https://www.therawgirl.com/
PCOS is a common but complicated hormonal disorder that primarily affects women during their reproductive years. The symptoms can vary but overall, it causes a lot of discomfort and frustration for those who have it. If you have PCOS or know of someone who does - then you know what I’m talking about chile. PCOS symptoms not only have a disruptive effect on the surface as one goes about their day-to-day life, but essentially on a deeper, psychological level too. However, these symptoms don’t have to be a permanent feature in your life.
As we’ll find out, PCOS symptoms can be managed naturally and holistically even to the point of reversing them! Which is exactly what happened to a client of mine, Solia. After years of battling with PCOS symptoms, she has been able to use holistic means in order to reverse those symptoms successfully and started to lead a healthier and more vibrant life!
So sis, grab your herbal iced-tea, and listen in as we discuss:
- The core signs and symptoms of PCOS
- The holistic approaches you can take to deal with PCOS
- Some of the specific tests you can take in order to determine whether or not you have PCOS
- How being in-tune with your body can be a great help in dealing with those unpleasant symptoms early on
- And more!
So, chile, this episode really is all about hope. Hope of feeling good in your own body, hope of enjoying womanhood and not feeling like it is a punishment that you have grin and bear through.
So, get a hold of everyone that you know is dealing with PCOS and let them know that healing holistically and feeling the way they want to feel is definitely possible!
And if you need more support in order to regain your hormonal balance, then get the help and support you need at our Hormone Balancing Academy! Sign up now!
Sis, as you know, the central focus of this show has been to share helpful advice so as many as possible can achieve a longer and healthier life. Longevity not only has to do with longer lifespan but also has to do with the quality of that life! As you’ll hear in today’s episode, there are many factors that can influence our longevity - both internal and external.
And we’ll also get to hear from our expert guest on today’s episode - an ageless shero - Dr Gladys McGarey. She is the co-founder of the American Holistic Medical Association and we dive into some of the helpful habits she has incorporated into her long life as well and how having a life’s purpose has given her much to live for.
So chile, sit back with your favorite ageless tonic as we discuss:
- Several factors that can influence an individual's longevity and their overall quality of life as they age - including lifestyle, environment and more
- How our genetics can play a role in our longevity - but to the extent that we can allow it
- How an individual’s mental outlook can impact their longevity for the better
- How nurturing these aspects can help individuals to create a foundation for longevity
- What Dr. McGarey’s 5Ls are to living a long and purposeful life
- And a lot more!
Dr. McGarey’s book, ‘The Well-Lived Life: A 102-Year-Old Doctor's Six Secrets to Health and Happiness at Every Age’ is available on Amazon and it is a great resource as we strive to live healthier and more joyous lives.
Sis, if you’re ready to take on this amazing ageless journey, then check out my 8-week program, Staying Ageless 30+. You’ll learn how to master life-giving healthy rituals that leave you feeling & looking better than ever! To get started, sign up for your free 20 min call with me at http://www.therawgirl.com/services-5-1
Sis, today we’re going to discuss how to holistically heal from a severe condition that affects a small percentage of menstruating individuals called Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). This chronic medical condition is characterized by intense emotional, physical, and behavioral symptoms that occur in the premenstrual phase of the menstrual cycle. But the amazing news is that there are holistic treatments that can help heal this debilitating condition.
Our special guest for today’s show is my wonderful client, Paula. And she joined our Hormone Balancing Academy with a diagnosis of PMDD, and is now living with a balanced mood and a normal cycle. And with her help and insight, we’re going to see how getting to the root cause of a condition allows us to deal with it in the best way possible.
So sis, grab your favorite hormone balancing smoothie and listen as we discuss:
Potential root causes and factors associated with PMDD
Common emotional and psychological symptoms of PMDD
And some helpful holistic treatments for Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) that focuses on addressing the condition from multiple angles
And as we chat with Paula, we’re going to find out more about how she dealt with this disruptive condition, how she eagerly searched for a better and more holistic solution and how balancing her hormones ultimately helped her manage her condition.
As you’ll hear, incorporating holistic practices into your life can help you work towards finding relief and balance during your premenstrual phase and for any hormonal imbalance you may be struggling to deal with.
And chile, if you need to regain your hormonal balance then get the help and support you need at our Hormone Balancing Academy
Sis, I love living a holistic lifestyle and in today’s episode, we’re going to go in-depth about embracing this type of wholesome living – focusing on how we can use food as skincare for all sorts of skin types.
Over time, I’ve come to understand the importance of being aware of the ingredients in my skincare products, my cleaning products, and any other chemicals or environmental toxins I may be exposed to. So, we’re going to discuss a few very simple but effective “foods” that you likely already have in your kitchen that can easily be introduced into your skincare routine that can help with acne-prone skin, to improve complexion and to soothe the skin. And we’ll see how a holistic lifestyle can nourish your body, mind, and soul by eliminating harmful elements, and how that will pave the way for a happier, healthier, and more harmonious existence.
So, sit back with your favorite herbal tea and listen as Amber Lynn Johnson and I discuss:
- How simply and easily we can heal ourselves from within by means of a holistic lifestyle.
- What the steps we should take regularly to take care of our skin.
- How we can adjust our skincare routine depending on the seasons.
- Some of her favorite natural ingredients that can be used as a toner, an exfoliator and even a sun protector.
- The precautions we can take as women of color when doing treatments.
- And a lot more!
Amber also discusses more about her own journey and how becoming a mother helped her see the importance of holistic living. She also has a holistic mom’s program designed to help to support other mothers by providing mentorship and community for them.
Find out more about her amazing and natural Beauty and Wellness Products at: https://www.adenlahandcraftedessentials.com/
And chile, if you want your skin to look as young as possible for as long as possible, then check out my 8-week program, Staying Ageless. Get started and sign up for your free 20 min call with me at www.therawgirl.com/services-5-1
-XO The Raw Girl
Chile, if you’ve ever or currently are battling with acne, you know the struggle of trying to find any and every solution to get rid of it. There are so many tips, tricks, treatments and trends that it can be overwhelming. But sis, I got you.
I’ve seen during my own experience and that of others, that the best way to successfully get rid of acne, is from the inside out.
Did you know that the skin is the largest organ in the body? So, there are factors that can have a direct effect on the skin’s ability to regenerate. Because of that, we need to figure out what those factors could be, and work to improve them.
So, chile, grab your favorite ageless tonic and listen to this episode to learn:
- How acne is usually a big warning sign to an underlying health issue
- What the 3 root causes of acne are
- How improving your diet can be a big step in improving your skin
- What to do in order to get rid of acne quickly and how to achieve long-term clear skin
If you’re ready to take charge and gain control over your hormonal acne, then tune in to this episode. And don’t forget to check out my book ‘The Acne Free Diet: Raw Girl's Guide to Staying Acne-Free for Life’, which is available on Amazon.
-Xo Raw Girl
And sis, if after listening to this episode you want the support and help to get your hormones balanced and your skin glowing, then sign up for my hormone balancing academy here
Chile, we’re going in-depth into cellular senescence and how targeting these senescent cells is an amazing anti-ageing strategy. Did you know that generally, all 37 trillion cells in the human body will replicate about 50 times before ending their life cycle? This natural aging process is one of the 12 hallmarks of aging but when we embrace the power of targeting Senescent cells, we can enhance our overall well-being, delay age-related diseases, and maintain a higher quality of life as we age.
With the help of our expert guest, Dr.Nick Bitz, we’re going to explore ways that we can promote healthy aging, improve longevity and nurture our health long-term.
So, sis, grab your Baobab smoothie and get ready to learn:
- What cellular senescence is and how it can apply to you and your aging
- What rituals and habits you can include to slow down cellular senescence
- What supplements you can add to your routine
- How you can incorporate strategies to target senescence cell
- And more about the future of health, aging and the human body.
Dr. Nick Bitz is the Senior VP of Product Development at Neurohacker Collective and he specializes in nootropics, anti-aging medicine, biohacking, herbology, nutrition and dietary supplements. His insight and suggestions prove to be so worthwhile. Find out more about Neurohacker Collective products on their website, www.neurohacker.com
Sis, if you’re ready to take on this amazing ageless journey, then check out my 8-week program, Staying Ageless. Master life-giving healthy rituals that leave you feeling & looking better than ever! To get started, sign up for your free 20 min call with me at www.therawgirl.com/services-5-1
Sis, this week, we’re exploring the amazing benefits of chiropractic care and how this fascinating natural healing intervention can promote your longevity, restore your balance, alleviate pains and discomfort, and can even support your body’s ability to heal and adapt to stress. Even if you don’t have the aches and pains, chiropractic care can help you maintain proper alignment and optimize your nervous system’s functions.
With the help of our expert guest, Dr. Marquetta Giles, we’ll get to see how chiropractic care is beneficial for pregnant women - before, during and after pregnancy. And ever wondered about pediatric chiropractic care and how it helps babies as their bodies grow and develop? Then Chile, grab your herbal iced tea and listen to this episode.
We discuss:
- Why you should care for your spine for healthy aging
- How chiropractic care supports hormonal balance
- How diet plays a role in improving spinal degeneration
- How chiropractic care can improve your pregnancy journey right up to postpartum
- How chiropractic care helps baby’s bodies to adapt after birth
- How physical and emotional stress affects your nervous system function
Dr. Marquetta Giles, owner of Spinal Perceptions Chiropractic & Wellness Center since 2017, has been breaking healthcare barriers as 1 of 3 black, female family chiropractors certified in prenatal chiropractic care in the Huston area. If you’re in and around Houston, find out more about her spinal correction plans and how she can help keep your spine healthy and happy on her instagram, @spinalperceptionschiro and website, Spinal Perceptions Chiropractic & Wellness Center
Learn how this amazing wellness and preventative care can help you stay ageless!
Chile, this week we’re discussing an auto-immune disease that attacks millions of women and yet often goes undiagnosed - Hashimoto’s disease. If you have Hashimotos or know of someone dealing with it, then you know how challenging it is to manage the symptoms that come with it. Symptoms include fatigue, weight gain, cold intolerance,dry skin, hair loss and more. Unfortunately, more than 60% of people who have a slow thyroid or Hashimoto’s and take medication for it continue to suffer with symptoms. But there is good news, there are natural ways to manage and even reverse Hashimoto’s and restore your health!
So sis, settle into your comfiest couch and listen as Dr. Anshul Gupta and I examine:
- The factors that cause Hashimoto's
- Why women are more susceptible to Hashimoto’s
- How you can find out if you have Hashimoto’s disease
- The ways one can manage and even reverse Hashimoto’s disease
- And, how early detection can help save your thyroid gland
Dr. Anshul Gupta, MD has helped thousands of patients reverse their Hashimoto’s disease using the concepts of functional medicine. Listen out for his own experiences and expert advice. His book, Reversing Hashimoto’s, is available on amazon and it is a great resource for those battling with Hashimoto’s and want to get their quality of life back.
Here is more info about the book, Reversing Hashimoto’s
Learn how you can save your thyroid gland and live your best life Chile!
Listen to the full episode here
Sis, this week we’re going in-depth about an amazing restorative approach to dentistry - biomimetic dentistry. If you’ve had a rough experience when visiting the dentist to fix a tooth like myself, then Chile, you’re going to be super excited to learn more about biomimetic dentistry.
We’re going to delve into the importance of improving oral health and the astonishing links between your oral health and other diseases. And if it’s your first time hearing the words, ‘biomimetic dentistry’, then sis, grab your favourite green smoothie and have a listen.
Dr O’Malle and I discuss:
- How biomimetic dentistry is a better way to fix teeth
- The extensive research gone into it
- How diet supports dental health
- How different lifestyles affect your oral health in different ways
- And he shares some helpful dental tips for pregnant women and for those with different diets, like vegans.
The renowned Dr O’Malle has made it his life’s goal to rebuild teeth back to the specifications of Mother Nature. His aim is to educate people about the harmful effects of traditional dentistry while urging them to consider the amazing alternative that is biomimetic dentistry. One way he accomplishes this is with the wonderful free holistic dental course available on his website: http://drpaulomalley.com/\
Ready to find out how you can “save your teeth for life”?
Listen to the full episode here:
Hey girl hey, this week we are diving into the amazing potential of spermidine and its role in promoting heart health. Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death globally? Well, spermidine might just hold the key to rewriting your heart destiny and beating heart disease.
In this episode, we'll explore the incredible benefits of spermidine for cardiovascular health. Leslie shares her expertise and insights into the world of supplements, particularly focusing on how they can support a healthy and vibrant lifestyle. Her passion for optimizing healthspan and her dedication to providing high-quality supplements made this conversation both informative and inspiring. Tune in to gain valuable knowledge from a leading expert in the field of supplements and discover how you can enhance your well-being with Oxford Healthspan.
We'll also delve into the power of a plant-based diet in supporting heart health. Plant-based foods rich in spermidine, such as soybeans, wheat germ, and mushrooms, offer not only the potential anti-aging benefits we discussed earlier but also play a vital role in maintaining a healthy heart. We'll explore the benefits of incorporating more plant-based options into your diet and how they can help you reclaim the joy of eating while promoting heart wellness.
So, if you're ready to take charge of your heart health and beat heart disease, tune in to this episode. Get ready to discover the remarkable potential of spermidine and learn practical tips on embracing a heart-healthy, plant-based lifestyle. Let's rewrite our heart's destiny and live life to the fullest!
-Xo Raw Girl
Listen to the full episode here:
Chile, if after listening to this episode you want to prioritize your health and wellness today to stay looking fly until your 99, sign up for a free 20 minute meet and greet to talk to me here.
Sis, aging is a natural part of life, but it doesn't mean we have to surrender to its effects. We can take charge and slow down the signs of aging. In this episode, we'll unveil the secrets to maintaining our youthful vitality. With the right choices and practices, we can age gracefully and feel our best So if you want to get this longevity party on the road, go ahead and listen, chile.
Chris shares his story around his journey to health and wellness, driven by his personal experience with a brain tumor. With a passion for extending his healthy lifespan and optimizing his well-being, Chris became a self-proclaimed "citizen scientist." He delved deep into scientific research on longevity and conducted numerous experiments with supplements, diet, exercise, and lifestyle modifications in search of the elusive secret to living a long, healthy life. His relentless pursuit of knowledge and personal exploration make him a valuable resource in the field of longevity and well-being -Xo Raw Girl
Grab your ageless tonic and get ready to learn:
- 12 Biological signs of aging
- How telomeres are used to calculate biological age
- Mitochondrial dysfunction
- Stem cells exhaustion
- Autophagy
- How to reduce and control inflammation
- Microbiome dysbiosis
Listen to the full episode here:
Chile, if after listening to this episode you want to prioritize your health and wellness today to stay looking fly until your 99, sign up for a free 20 minute meet and greet to talk to me here.
Hey girl hey, we’re back with another ‘Health Byte’, a new series of interludes in between podcast seasons.
We are recapping some of my favorite bitesize moments from past seasons, and today we are talking about nutrients that can increase your health span! In the episode we converse with the amazing Dr. Barrie Tan who is hailed as a trailblazer and the world’s foremost expert on vitamin E.
Grab your glass of alkaline water and listen to this episode to hear:
- How vitamin E can assist with weight loss
- The results of using vitamin E to support reversal of fatty liver
- What is geranylgeraniol?
- What are some health benefits of consuming geranylgeraniol
The aim is to make these mini-episodes as clear and short as possible so you can fit them into your busy working day, but if there is any ‘bite’ that you especially like the sound of, please go back and listen to the full episode by searching ‘Staying Ageless’ on your favorite streaming platform. -XO
Past FULL Episodes these Bytes are from:
Season 7: Episode 84
https://stayingagelessshow.com/episodes/the-power-of-vitamin-e-to-boost-health-promote-longevity
Hey girl hey, we’re back with another ‘Health Byte’, a new series of interludes in between podcast seasons.
We are recapping some of my favorite bitesize moments from past seasons, and today we are talking about the power of your subconscious mind to reduce anxiety and change your habits!
I often tell my clients the most important diet is to eat a variety of whole foods, however if you are interested in leveling up there are superfoods that I love sharing because of the extraordinary amount of nutrition they can add to your diet!
Grab your favorite salad bowl and listen to this episode to hear:
Bianca DeGroat, a clinical hypnotherapist, advanced Rapid Transformation Therapy Practitioner, and past-life regression therapist joins me to discuss the power of the subconscious mind.
The aim is to make these mini-episodes as clear and short as possible so you can fit them into your busy working day, but if there is any ‘bite’ that you especially like the sound of, please go back and listen to the full episode by searching ‘Staying Ageless’ on your favorite streaming platform. -XO
Past FULL Episode these bytes are from:
Season 6: Episode 72 - Accessing the Subconscious Mind to Get Rid of Performance Anxiety
https://stayingagelessshow.com/episodes/accessing-the-subconscious-mind-to-get-rid-of-performance-anxiety
Season 5: Episode 69 - The Power of the Subconscious Mind
https://stayingagelessshow.com/episodes/the-power-of-the-subconscious-mind
Hey girl hey, we’re back with another ‘Health Byte’, a new series of interludes in between podcast seasons.
We are recapping some of my favorite bitesize moments from past seasons, and today I am introducing some incredible African superfoods you can easily add to your diet.
I often tell my clients the most important diet is to eat a variety of whole foods, however if you are interested in leveling up there are superfoods that I love sharing because of the extraordinary amount of nutrition they can add to your diet!
Grab your go-to green smoothie and listen to this episode to hear:
Pierre Thiam, a chef specializing in West African cuisine. He explains the benefits and best ways to eat superfood, fonio.
Kwami Williams, founder of True Moringa who discusses the amazing benefits of the African superfood, moringa.
The aim is to make these mini-episodes as clear and short as possible so you can fit them into your busy working day, but if there is any ‘bite’ that you especially like the sound of, please go back and listen to the full episode by searching ‘Staying Ageless’ on your favorite streaming platform. XO
Link to try Yolele's Fonio:
https://yolele.com/fonio
Link to try True Moringa (Use CODE RAWGIRL at checkout for 20% off or free shipping)
https://truemoringa.com/#ref=RAWGIRL
Past FULL Episodes these bytes are from:
Season 4: Episode 45
https://stayingagelessshow.com/episodes/african-superfood-fonio
Season 5: Episode 68
https://stayingagelessshow.com/episodes/the-amazing-benefits-of-moringa
Sis, hormone imbalances often can go untreated, but when you start to pay attention to your body and implement necessary changes you can begin to reap the benefits of feeling healthful and powerful.
In the episode today we got:
- Dr. Allan Warshowsky, a board-certified OB-GYN who practices integrative holistic medicine. He discusses the specific foods to eliminate from your diet to balance your hormones.
- Our second sound bite is from Vivien Allred, a naturopathic nutritional therapist, who specifically discusses the side effects of the birth control pill and how it relates to balancing hormones.
- And last but not least, I’m sharing some of my experiences in balancing hormones and the tips I recommend to my clients.
The aim is to make these mini-episodes as clear and short as possible so you can fit them into your busy working day, but if there is any ‘bite’ that you especially like the sound of, please go back and listen to the full episode here.
Watch my FREE training here if you are struggling with hormonal balance and would like to find out ‘The Secret to Resetting Your Hormones, Even if you have Fibroids, Endometriosis, PCOS or Heavy Periods.’
Stay tuned for more highlights, sis. Until then, I would love to hear from you on IG! Send me a DM with your questions at @therawgirl.
In the episode today we got:
- Bernando La Pallo a 114 year old super centanarian Bernando La Pallo on why he believes you will never get sick if you keep the colon clean.
- Our second sound bite is from Ageless woman Anette Larkins, who shares the secrets to her exercise routine and why this keeps her young.
- And last but not least Chef Babette shares her longevity tips from one of my favorite podcast episodes yet. She discusses the importance of building core strength throughout your life.
The aim is to make these mini-episodes as clear and short as possible so you can fit them into your busy working day, but if there is any ‘bite’ that you especially like the sound of, please go back and listen to the full episode here.
If you want to be the first to be in on the Staying Ageless 2023 cohort, where you can learn the keys to living a long and fruitful life, visit this link to find out more.
Stay tuned for more highlights, sis. Until then, I would love to hear from you on IG! Send me a DM with your questions at @therawgirl.
In the episode Zeenat discusses how biotin and veggies can play a role in keeping your hair looking healthy, as well as the optimal number of times that is best to wash African-American hair.
The aim is to make these mini-episodes as clear and short as possible so you can fit them into your busy work day, but if there is any ‘bite’ that you especially like the sound of, please go back and listen to the full episode!
Sis, are you struggling with hormonal balancing? I have a brand NEW training for you. Watch it here: The Secret to Resetting Your Hormones, Even If You Have Fibroids, Endometriosis, PCOS or Heavy Periods for guidance on balancing your hormones. XO
In today’s episode we have:
- Dr. Jennifer Stagg, Naturopathic Physician, sharing her wisdom on how bitter foods can help beat Sugar Addiction.
- Karlos Lyons, a Mental and Holistic Health advocate and Therapist, with his top tips on breaking the cycle of addiction.
- Doctor Carder Stout; a Psychologist, who breaks down ways to overcome any addiction.
The aim is to make these mini-episodes as clear, and short, as possible so you can fit them into your busy work day, but if there is any ‘bite’ that you especially like the sound of, please go back and listen to the full episode by searching ‘Staying Ageless’.
Sis, are you a woman over the age of 30 who is interested in staying fly til' you're 99 or close to it? My signature program, Staying Ageless, may be for you! Visit me on IG @therawgirl and DM me the word ‘Ageless’ or sign up for a free call here to see if the Ageless Tribe is a good fit for you.
XO
We are recapping some of my favorite bitesize moments from past seasons, and today’s focus is How to Increase Your Health Span. In the episode today we got:
- Dr. Neal Barnard, who shares his key tips on finding optimal health.
- Holistic Dentist Dr. Terry Victor, who talks about the importance of oral care for good health and longevity.
- Dr. Barrie Tan, who explains how meditation, community and sharing are essential keys to longevity.
The aim is to make these mini-episodes as clear and short as possible so you can fit them into your busy work day, but if there is any ‘bite’ that you especially like the sound of, please go back and listen to the full episode.
Sis, my signature program Staying Ageless is baaaack, if you are a woman over the age of 30 who is interested in staying fly til' you’re 99 or close to it, sign up for a free call here to see if the Ageless Tribe is a good fit for you. XO
We are recapping some of my favorite bitesize moments from past seasons, and today we are showcasing some specialists in the addiction industry, specifically discussing how you can increase your chance of fertility, naturally!
In the episode today we have:
Dr. Florence Lim, an amazing Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor and Acupuncturist. She discusses how Traditional Chinese Medicine can help if you are on your fertility journey.
Our second sound bite is from Dr. Columbus Batiste, a cardiology specialist, who speaks on balancing hormones and what you can put in your body to help you conceive.
And last but not least, a short snippet from my client Fatima, who followed the recommendations we gave her in the Hormone Balancing Academy, and was able to overcome her fertility struggles.
The aim is to make these mini-episodes as clear and short as possible so you can fit them into your busy work day, but if there is any ‘bite’ that you especially like the sound of, please go back and listen to the full episode.
Sis, are you struggling with hormonal balancing? Watch my FREE training: The Secret to Resetting Your Hormones, Even If You Have Fibroids, Endometriosis, PCOS or Heavy Periods here.
Stay tuned for more highlights, sis. Until then, I would love to hear from you on IG! Send me a DM with your questions at @therawgirl.
Chile, this week we are sharing some clips from each episode of season seven, which has been filled with amazing guests! If you’ve missed an episode, or just want to absorb the juicy content of an episode again, take some time to go on back to listen and catch up!
We look forward to chatting again with even more wonderful guests in the next season. Here are this season’s guests that graced us with their knowledge:
- Chef Babette
- Dr David Minkoff
- Dr. Barrie Tan
- Bola Molly Obileye
- Nurse Naseema Elroy
- Dr. Roizen
- Dr. Carder Stout
- Jason Bronstad CEO
Chile, if you’re interested in stayin’ fly til’ your 99, to create healthy rituals and proritize your health, visit Staying Ageless 30+ to sign up for a free call.
Or if you’re struggling with horrible periods, fibroids, PCOS or any hormonal imbalance, you might be interested in our Hormone Balancing Academy, sign up for a free call here to find out how we can help you.
Stay tuned for highlights, sis. Until then, I would love to hear from you on IG! Send me a DM with your questions at @therawgirl!
Chile, do you experience uncomfortable symptoms in your body after consuming dairy products? Are you still still consuming dairy? Tune in to this episode to get the real deal on dairy, how it may be harming you, and why you may need to take precautions.
Keep listening to hear a few simple tips about what you can eat if you suffer from lactose intolerance. We’re also learning about the specific problems non white ethnic groups have with dairy. Our expert today, Jason Bronstad, shares his story of how he started his career in the alcohol industry, battling with his health, to arrive where he is now, a jiu jitsu fanatic and incredible influence on his children. He emphasizes the importance of wholefoods, reading labels and thinking about the journey your food has taken to arrive on your plate. XO
Get your oat milk hot chocolate ready and learn:
- Dairy free alternatives
- Diseases that consuming dairy can lead to
- What is lactose intolerance?
- Symptoms of lactose intolerance
- How dairy can be related to bone fractures
- The difference between milk allergies and intolerance
- The importance of organic ingredients
- The impact specific oils have on your digestive system
If you’re ready to take control of your health journey, book a free meet & greet with me here.
You can buy MALK products at malkorganics.com, at @malkorganics or in your stores locally!
Chile, addiction is defined as a compulsive behavior that brings you reward despite adverse consequences. In this episode we discuss how the field of addiction is so much more than just alcohol and gambling, how fizzy drink addiction is causing 25,000 deaths in the US alone, and key tools that can be integrated into your life to understand and overcome the root of your addiction.
Go ahead & press play to listen to Dr. Scout as he delves into his journey from addictive substances such as alcohol, sex and drugs, to reaching where he is today. He explains how psychological addiction is a loop of obsession and compulsion, how there is a universal nature of addiction that we all have a tendency towards, and how accepting that addiction exists is key to finding balance.-Xo Raw Girl
Grab your green tea and get ready to learn:
- How I overcame my sugar addiction
- The field of addictive medicine
- The unknown foods that sugar is inside
- The main reason of obesity
- Alternatives to fizzy drinks
- The benefits of adapting a whole food diet
- Health problems addictions can lead to
- Tips to reduce your sugar intake
- How to identify the root cause of sugar addiction
- Exercises to overcome addiction
If you want accountability to stick to your health goals this year sis, sign onto the Staying Ageless 2023 cohort here, where you can learn the keys to stayin’ fly til your 99.
To get a free copy of my bitter handout to fight your sugar addiction, email rawgirlassistant@gmail.com.
You can buy Dr. Carders book ’We Are All Addicts’ on Amazon, in bookstores and independent booksellers. Visit Dr. Carders website here or find him on IG at @Drcarderstout
Chile, change is inevitable. In this episode we discuss why it’s important not to stress about noticing changes in your health as you age. If you are 30+, you need to pay attention to this episode. We will be discussing supplementing Geranylgeraniol (GG), how it becomes easier to lose muscle mass as the body starts to age, and why GG is important for this.
Dr. Barrie Tan gives us the low down of GG and why he is so passionate about it. He shares his secrets to feeling so young, and the habits & foods he wishes he had known 30 years ago to slow down the aging process earlier. So if you want to get this longevity party on the road, go ahead and press play .-Xo Raw Girl
Grab your beverage of choice and get ready to learn:
- What to do if you feel a major health shift!
- What is a minimal viable ritual?
- What the body uses GG for.
- Why dark green leafy vegetables are the most optimum type of leafy green.
- Why strength resistance training stimulates dark muscles and prevents aging.
- What happens in the body when we start to age.
- The elements within Vitamin K2.
- The vitamins that help if you are postmenopausal.
If you want to be the first to be in on the Staying Ageless 2023 cohort, where you can learn the keys to living a long and fruitful life, click here to find out more.
To find out more about GG, download the official whitepaper or ask Barrie a message, visit American River Nutrition or Barrie's website.
Chile, aging is inevitable. But there are ways you can slow down and prepare for aging in a healthy way. In this episode we address how healthy lifestyle and diet habits can help aging, how genetics can play a role in aging, and why acute inflammation is essential for the body, but chronic inflammation is detrimental for your health. So if you want to get this longevity party on the road, go ahead and listen, chile.
Dr Roizen shares his story around his journey into treating aging as a disease, how his research has led to potentially reversing aging and dementia, and practical ways to integrate changes in your life to reboot yourself to a much younger age. -Xo Raw Girl
Grab your ageless tonic and get ready to learn:
- The major factors affecting aging
- What is ‘inflammaging’?
- Why it’s important to allow inflammation to occur
- Why drugs can slow down
- The difference between chronic and acute inflammation
- How to reduce and control inflammation
- How gene-editing can extend life by 30 years
- What you can do to reverse dementia
Chile, if after listening to this episode you want to prioritize your health and wellness today to stay looking fly until your 99, sign up for a free 20 minute meet and greet to talk to me here.
Find Dr Roizens book ‘The Great Age Reboot’ online or in your local bookstore!
Chile, the liver plays a special role in our body. A role that many of us don’t even think about on a day to day basis. In this episode we discuss something little people actually know, that the liver actually effects your sex hormones, I also share tips on what you can do to maintain the healthy function of your liver. So iff you are experiencing hormone imbalances - this episode is for you, chile.
My client shares his story around how he lost 20 llbs through lifestyle and health changes, and how our journey together turned his age clock back 20 years. He explains how his reduction in meat and other specific foods helped lift a fog from his brain, improved his anxiety, and helped him sleep well again, even under pressure. -Xo Raw Girl
Grab your cup of matcha and get ready to learn:
- The functions of the liver
- Why your liver is related to your metabolism
- How the liver is linked to injuries
- What minerals are stored by the liver
- Why eating excessive carbs and proteins together isn’t the best thing you can do
- What the liver is associated with in Traditional Chinese Medicine
- The specific ways to reverse fatty liver
- Which hormones the liver balances
Chile, if after listening to this episode you want to prioritize your health and wellness today, just like my amazing client, sign up for a free 20 minute meet and greet to talk to me here.
Chile, too frequently, women and families in the United States experience inadequate maternity care that is not easily accessible, secure, woman-centered, evidence-based, or affordable. In this podcast we talk about how some of the leading causes of death among black women who gave birth are complications related to pregnancy, childbirth, and puerperium. We go into real, vulnerable stories on how some of my clients have experienced issues in medical environments, especially in pregnancies.
The incredible Naseema also shares her path into becoming a nurse while growing up without health insurance. She opens up about how taking control of her finances led her to overcoming bankruptcy and divorce, and discusses how she shifted her mindset around money. -Xo Raw Girl
Settle into your favorite chair and get ready to learn:
- Common complications in pregnancy
- The shocking current statistics on black mortality rate
- Different options for giving birth
- The potential effect on a doctors race with infant mortality
- Birth options to consider
- Why it’s important to consider WHERE you give both
- The different types of care providers you can visit
Chile, if after listening to this episode you want to work with a professional on your pregnancy journey, or have experienced some of the details we spoke about on the show, sign up for a free 20 minute meet and greet to talk to me here.
You can find Naseema on IG at @financiallyintentional or visit her website at www.financiallyintentional.norby.live
Chile, unfortunately over the last 50 years there have been changes in the African diet for the worst because of the accessibility of fast food. This week we are talking about how changing your mindset around healthy foods can transform your health, and how to see vegetables as more than just a side dish!
Bola also shares how she has maintained her healthy eating and lifestyle habits, and how her certification in health coaching developed her passion for making incredible West African dishes accessible for all diets. She details her health journey from how consuming sugar loaded fast drinks and having a Cancer scare led her to begin her journey to discovering a healthy lifestyle. Tune in to this episode to learn how to ‘find your fabulous’ before it’s too late. -Xo Raw Girl
Grab your favorite African ingredients and get ready to learn:
- The change in African diet over the last 50 years
- Nutritional properties in West African foods
- Health benefits of staple West African whole foods
- Recipes I have cultivated from my time living in Africa
- Bolas incredible journey into food
- Why being in charge of your health is empowering
- Sustainable ways to lose weight
- Why how you’re eating is just as important as what you’re eating
- How apple cider vinegar can help your digestive system
- The importance of listening to your body
Chile, if after listening to this episode you have realized that you need to take action on that pain in your body that’s been bugging you, sign up for a free 20 minute meet and greet to talk to me via my website www.therawgirl.com
Find the infectiously bold Bola on Instagram: @bolaobileye and discover more about her incredible businesses at @skinnycookinc and @jitterbug.lifeHey girl hey, in the latest episode of this season we are covering how to cook healthily with west African cuisine, as well as how to transform your health holistically.
Chile, this week we are breaking down scientific studies that prove how taking enough Vitamin E can transform your health. We cover why most supplements contain one type of Vitamin, tocopherol, which we get sufficient levels from our foods, and why tocotrienol, another type of Vitamin E is the answer to bringing your life out of kilter and back into balance.
Dr Tan was the first to introduce tocotrienol benefits to the nutrition industry and developed the first-ever tocopherol-free tocotrienol product derived from annatto. Today he talks about how people with chronic conditions such as cancer patients have been helped with tocotrienol. We cover where you can purchase this super Vitamin and the safest way to consume it. Tune in to this episode to discover how you can integrate this into your diet in a safe way, sis. -Xo Raw Girl
Buckle up and get ready to learn:
What Vitamin E can support
The different forms of Vitamin E
Why your peanut butter addiction is giving you your Vitamin E fix
The plant that contains kerotine
An easy way to add Vitamin E to your diet.
The surprising foods you can find Vitamin E
What in the world is tocotrienol and how it can help with longevity
Why if you’re 30+ you should pay extra attention to this podcast
How people with fatty liver disease can be reversed
Typical dose sizes of Vitamin E
PLUS a special glow up story from my previous client who cured his fatty liver disease.
Book a free meet and greet with me here for guidance if you are suffering with a chronic condition: https://www.therawgirl.com/book-online
And find Dr. Barrie Tan on Instagram: @doctorbarrietan or check out his website to order your Vitamin E supplements or speak to him personally www.americanrivernutrition.com or www.barrietan.com
Chile, this week we are talking about the relationship between getting enough protein in your diet and longevity. Many of us are unaware that the quality of the protein we put into our body can make a huge difference to our skin, muscles and bones. Tune in to this episode to discover how to consume the optimal levels of protein in your diet.
Dr Minkoff shares in depth details on his incredible story of how he came to be an expert in fitness and health, how he has helped thousands of people with diseases ranging from cancer to MS through natural healing methods, and how you can integrate small, daily practices into your life to achieve optimal health. -Xo Raw Girl
Grab your protein shake and get ready to learn:
- My favorite plant based protein alternatives
- Health complications associated with protein deficiency
- Why a high protein breakfast controls blood sugar
- The recommended daily intake of protein
- An easy way to condense your supplement intake
- How to measure if you’re protein malnourished
- What your amino levels say about your body
- Why calcium is not the answer to strong bones
- The BEST form of protein you can eat
- How to take control of your body
- The importance of investing in your health
PLUS a special glow up story from my previous client who transformed her hormone health naturally.
Chile, if after listening to this episode you’re thinking about levelling up your health game but don’t know where to start, sign up for a free 20 minute meet and greet at www.therawgirl.com.
Find Dr. David Minkoff on Instagram: @thrivinginatoxicworld and discover more about his business Body Health at @perfectamino
Or check out Dr. Minkoffs websites: www.bodyhealth.com
Chef Babette started her health journey at 40, living proof that it is never too late to start your journey no matter how old you are. In this incredible episode she talks about the traumas she has faced and how they made her the person she is today.
If you want to learn about her plant-based journey, how she changed her life for the better through lifestyle and diet, why knowledge is power and the day fitness changed her life, go ahead and listen to the episode for true inspiration, Sis.
Hold onto your hat and get ready to learn:
How disease is just an overload of information
What real food actually means
How to achieve longevity through knowledge
How the human body adapts at any age to be strong
The importance of core strength
The benefits of a daily routine
The power of living in the present
The wonders of sea moss
Chile, this episode will blow your mind. Chef Babette is an icon and her words of wisdom will benefit you whatever age you’re at.
If you like this episode and want to be inspired even more by her journey you can follow Chef Babette on IG at @chefbabette and watch her co-host the all new vegan cooking competition show "Peeled" on Unchained TV.
The streaming event will be available to view by 6:00 p.m. PST today by clicking this link: https://watch.unchainedtv.com/apps/3909/167038.
PS! Its the last call to join the Staying Ageless program! If you are ready to do the work to look and feel like Chef Babette when you’re 71 visit the link below to secure your spot now. I ONLY do this twice a year so if this is you lady, don't delay!
https://stayingageless.samcart.com/products/staying-ageless-30-copy
Hey lady hey, in the recap of season six I am so excited to share with you all of the highlights from an incredible journey. I share some of the most inspirational guests and conversations from this season, where we covered everything from fasting without starving, preparing for pregnancy, how to survive the American healthcare system and much more. - XO
In this recap you can expect to learn how to embrace your mistakes, what you can do to take control of your own health, a real life glow up story from the hormone balancing academy and planting your own food from your own compost!
If you want to get key highlights from my favorite conversations, keep listening. My expert guests share the details of incredibly important topics that are so relevant in the changing and dynamic world we live in today!
Get your cup of coffee ready and expect to discover:
- How to navigate the American health care system
- What questions to ask in the hospital when given medical care
- The role of nutrition in balancing hormones
- The ease of getting a health jumpstart using raw foods
- Holistic methods of getting pregnant
- How to use your old tires to grow food
- Food security in unexpected times
If any of the short clips from this season resonate with you and you want to learn more, please go back and listen to the full episode, sis!
I’ll be back late Fall with season seven and more amazing guests. Also coming up this fall, Staying Ageless 30+ is back and in full effect! This life changing eight-week program is for you if you need to know what diet and exercise is best for you, how to create lasting healthy rituals, and are interested in staying fly until you are 99 or close to it.
Head to stayingageless.com to secure your seat in class now or sign up for a FREE 20 minute call via my website therawgirl.com to talk to me about what program is best to help you reach your health goals!
Chile, this week expect to learn everything you need to know on why stress can be important for the body, how stress and hormones connect, how to keep your sacral chakra in balance, the importance of joy and play, and a transformational client story on gaining back a regular period.
In this show, I will discuss Ashley’s huge journey of change, the importance of using natural beauty products, how everything from external surroundings to diet impacts hormone levels, why acknowledging that as a woman we don’t need to say yes to everything, and the power of quieting the mind on the body. -Xo Raw Girl
Get tucked up in your favorite corner and get ready to learn:
- How to shrink fibroids naturally
- Unblocking your sacral chakra
- A real clients hormone balancing journey
- Reducing stress naturally
- How hormone balancing plays a role in stress
- Controlling your feminine energy
- The different types of stress
- Mindfulness techniques
- Why to listen to those small nagging symptoms
- How sustaining long term health is a daily
To take control of your hormones and get your life back, book a free 20 minute discovery call to be join the hormone balancing academy here: https://www.therawgirl.com/book-online
Chile, this week expect to learn everything you need to know on the chakra system, how your physical, mental and emotional health is affected by your chakras, why eating natural boosts your energy and why unblocking your chakras will help you have a better relationship with yourself and your loved ones.
In this show, I will discuss the origin of chakras and their importance on the body. Later, I will speak to Annika Panotzki, a passionate author and chakra expert, where she will share wisdom from her 17+ year journey, how listening to her body gave her balance in life, and how immersing in nature transformed her harsh inner critic into self-love. -Xo Raw Girl
Slice up your favorite fruit and settle in boo, prepare to learn about:
- The 7 main chakras
- What is a chakra?
- How to improve positivity by unblocking your chakra
- The best foods to eat to align your chakras
- Which chakra is related to sexuality
- More about hormone balancing university programme
- Why stress outweighs any 'good diet'
- Increasing your intuition
- Why a detox isn't what you think it is
To uncover your most wild and free self girl, book a FREE consultation call with me here: https://www.therawgirl.com/book-online
You can connect with Annika at her website: AnnikaPanotzki.com
or Find Annika on Instagram at @annikapanotzki
Sis, this week, we cover how to bring more plants and whole foods into your diet. If you think reducing your dairy intake means giving up your favorite cheese, think again! Whether you are on a plant based diet, or are a meat eater, you will discover the endless possibilities of plants as alternatives!
In this show, I will discuss the importance of focusing on whole foods while removing processed foods, why you should be checking your labels on the supermarket aisle, and diet changes to feel healthful in your body and mind. Later on, I’ll be speaking with Ian Martin, co-founder and product developer at Misha's Kind foods. His offerings specialize in spreadable plant based cheese with clean ingredients and exceptional flavors. We speak about his personal journey of being plant-based and how he has reset his mental attachments to food through going raw.
-Xo Raw Girl
Get your favorite bag of nuts ready and learn:
- How to give up fast food loaded with refined sugar and salt
- How to make your own vegan ice cream
- What food items emulate the feeling of meat
- Making your favorite alternatives at home in 15 minutes
- Meal ideas for the week ahead
- The different applications to use vegan cheese including with your gnocchi
- The benefits of going raw for inflammation
- How to make simple diet changes to extend your life-span?
- How you can still be a foodie while eating plant-based
Visit my blog here to find out even MORE plant based recipes:
https://www.therawgirl.com/bookings-checkout/hormone-balancing-academy-meet-greet/book
For more guidance on feeling healthful in your body, book a FREE consultation call with me here:
https://www.therawgirl.com/book-online
Connect with Ian at:
IG: @lovemishas @ian.martin.bass
Or discover more recipes and products at www.mishaskindfoods.com
Chile, this week, we are discussing preparing for pregnancy. Tune in to this episode to discover basic steps you can take if you are thinking about getting pregnant and want to make sure you are on point nutritionally.
In this show, I will discuss what nutrients you need to consider, the importance of stress management, and lifestyle shifts that can support adequate preparation for pregnancy. Later on, I’ll be speaking with Fatima Grant, a member of the HBA to hear her glow up story of how she went from having infertility issues for many years to becoming pregnant in a matter of months!
-Xo Raw Girl
Get your Ageless tonic or smoothie ready and learn:
- Changes to make if you are thinking about getting pregnant
- More about Raw Girl Coaching’s Hormone Balancing Academy (HBA)
- What supplements should you take before pregnancy?
- Which vitamins or minerals have greater requirements
- Why it's important to have a good exercise regimen BEFORE pregnancy
- Fatima’s glow up story!
- How managing stress contributes to pregnancy and balanced hormones
Sign up for a FREE call to learn about the Hormone Balancing Academy:
https://www.therawgirl.com/bookings-checkout/hormone-balancing-academy-meet-greet/book
Learn more about the Hormonal Balancing Academy:
https://stayingageless.samcart.com/products/hormone-balancing-academy
Hey sis, this week, we are discussing how fast without starving. I have always lived a fasted life and when I learned about intermittent fasting, I was thrilled to delve deeper into its benefits. Tune in to this episode to discover what intermittent fasting is, the kinds of fasting we have, and how you can benefit from living a fasted life.
In this show, I will discuss what intermittent fasting is, the benefits and how to start intermittent fasting. Later on, I’ll be speaking with Dr. Joseph Antoun, CEO & Chairman of the Board of L-Nutra, a Doctorate holder in medicine, and master’s in medical and biological Sciences, to gain more insight.
-Xo Raw Girl
Get the fam together and learn:
- What intermittent fasting is
- The benefits of intermittent fasting
- How to start intermittent fasting
- Incorporating multivitamins in your diet
- Why you need to keep hydrated when fasting
- Dr. Antoun’s passion to help patients
- How healthy aging can prevent diseases
- The history and science of fasting
- The different types of fasting
- How fasting affects women differently
- How fasting protects muscle mass
- L-Nutra’s fasting mimicking
Connect with Dr. Jospeh:
Website: https://l-nutra.com/
Chile, this week, we are discussing how to grow your own food. There are numerous benefits to starting your own garden, and in. our current world where food prices are escalating it's a great time to consider ensuring that your family has some staples you can grab right at home. Tune in to this episode to discover some benefits of starting your own garden and simple ways to begin.
In this show, I will discuss the benefits of growing your food, and a few plants you can start growing easily no matter where you live. Later on, I’ll be speaking with Mariama Seray Barrie-Wurie, an agriculturist.
-Xo Raw Girl
Get those gardening tools ready and learn:
- The benefits of growing your own produce
- Why local produce tastes better
- How growing your own food prevents waste and costs less
- Vegetables and herbs you can start in your garden
- How to start your own garden
- Mariama’s experience as an agriculturist
- Beginner tips for starting your own garden
- How to improve the nutrient quality of soil
- Alternatives to pesticides
- Mariama’s favorite things to grow
- Transforming the agricultural sector in Sierra Leone and Africa as a whole
Connect with Mariama:
Website: https://jaiimafarms.com/
Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaiimafarms.sl/
Chile, this week, we are discussing how to balance your hormones. Eighty percent of women suffer from hormonal imbalance and sometimes, there are worse cases than others. Tune in to this episode to discover steps to take to balance your hormones and things to consider when treating hormonal imbalance.
In this show, I will discuss what hormonal imbalance is, the causes, and what happens when hormonal imbalance is left untreated. Later on, I’ll be speaking with Chanelle Liggins, a member of the HBA to hear her glow-up story of how she went from having heavy horrible periods that were never ending - to having a completely normal cycle!
-Xo Raw Girl
Get your cauliflower popcorn ready and learn:
- Esosa’s battle with hormonal imbalance
- Raw Girl Coaching’s Hormone Balancing Academy (HBA)
- What is hormonal imbalance?
- The causes of hormonal imbalance
- Effects of untreated hormonal imbalance
- How do you balance your hormones?
- Chanelle’s #glowup story
- How food and stress contribute to your hormone levels
- The community present in the academy
- Why you should use holistic practices for balancing your hormones
Sign up for a FREE call to learn about the Hormone Balancing Academy:
https://www.therawgirl.com/bookings-checkout/hormone-balancing-academy-meet-greet/book
Chile, this week, we are discussing the truth of the American healthcare system and how to safely access the system with precautions. Tune in to this episode to discover steps to protect yourself and alternatives to the healthcare system that you should consider.
In this show, I will discuss how to prepare yourself for the American healthcare system and why you need to do proper research about medication, healthcare professionals and hospitals. Later, I will speak to Dr. David Wilcox, a doctorate prepared nurse who also holds a masters in health Administration and is board certified in nursing informatics, to gain more insight.
-Xo Raw Girl
Brace yourselves and learn:
- How to prepare yourself to access the American healthcare system.
- The importance of doing proper research about docs and institutions.
- Why you need to understand the side effects and possible nutrient depletion of the medications you use.
- How to seek out alternative solutions.
- Why you need to advocate for yourself when you feel neglected.
- Dr. David’s journey in healthcare.
- Why you should question whatever medication you’re given.
- The lacking dietary system in many hospitals.
- Handling negligence.
- How to deal with health insurance.
- Value-based healthcare.
- The importance of diet to avoid the healthcare system.
Check out Dr. David Wilcox’s website:
https://drdavidwilcox.com/
Get Dr. David’s book https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578878364
Review hospitals https://www.cms.gov/Center/Provider-Type/Hospital-Center
Check out doctors reviews
https://www.healthgrades.com/
Chile, this week, we are talking about the power of the subconscious mind and how it can be used to combat performance anxiety. Just like athlethes, many of us deal with performance anxiety in different forms and to face our fears and overcome this, we need to activate our subconscious mind. Tune in to this episode to discover how to activate your subconscious mind to deal with the distractions and inner noise.
In this show, I will discuss what performance anxiety is, the symptoms and why you should activate your subconscious mind when dealing with performance anxiety. Later, I will speak to Bianca DeGroat, a clinical hypnotherapist, advanced Rapid Transformation Therapy Practitioner, and past-life regression therapist, to gain more insight.
-Xo Raw Girl
Get ready to learn:
- What is performance anxiety?
- Symptoms of performance anxiety.
- How activating the subconscious mind can battle performance anxiety.
- The benefits of activating the subconscious mind.
- The power of meditation
- How to quiet the inner noise within us
- How does hypnotherapy help with performance anxiety?
- Why many have a fear of public speaking
- Bianca’s experience with athletes facing performance anxiety
- How family trauma can affect your subconscious
- Do affirmations work?
Check out Bianca DeGroat’s website:
biancadegroathypnotherapy.com
Find Bianca DeGroat on Instagram @biancadegroat
Chile, this week we are talking about the relationship between libido and fertility. Many of us are unaware that our hormones and nutrition are important factors that impact libido and fertility. Tune in to this episode to discover how to get your nutrition and hormones together for improved fertility.
In this show, I discuss the issues with fertility in women and how hormonal imbalance can affect fertility. Chaseedaw Giles and Dr. Columbus also share their expertise -Xo Raw Girl
Get ready to learn:
- The link between libido, fertility and sexual health
- How hormones and nutrition come to play in the mix
- Does a lower libido signify lower fertility?
- How life stages like menopause impact libido and fertility
- Impacts of estrogen and androgen dominance in women
- How mental stress and obesity in men can affect fertility
- Tackling diet issues that cause hormonal imbalance and affect libido
- How hormonal balance can arise from beauty products
- The benefits of exercise and vitamin-rich foods for sex hormones
- The dangers of birth control pills
- Why the quality of diary poses a threat to fertility
- Is blood type an important factor?
- The link between hair loss and birth control methods
Enrol for Staying Ageless 30+ today
Find me on Clubhouse @therawgirl
Check out Dr. Columbus websites:
https://www.thehealthyheartdoc.org/
https://www.slavefood.org/
Find Dr. Columbus Batiste on Instagram: @hearthealthydoc and @slavefoodproject_
Find Chaseedaw on Instagram
Chile, this week, we are sharing some clips from each episode of season five, which has been filled with amazing guests! If you’ve missed an episode, or just want to absorb the juicy content of an episode again, take some time to go on back to listen and catch up!
We look forward to chatting again with wonderful guests in February, 2022. Here are this season’s guests that graced us with their knowledge:
- Sherra Aguirre
- Dr. Marisol Teijeiro, N.D.
- Dr. Baxter Montgomery, MD
- Dr. Florence Lim
- Vivien Allred
- Dr. David Shirazi, DDS, RPSGT
- Lencola Green, NCPT
- Parveen Panwar
- Nadine Artemis
- Kwami Williams
- Bianca DeGroat
Learn more about Staying Ageless 30+ and sign up for a free call to see if it’s right for you HERE.
Chile, this week, we are talking about the power of the subconscious mind. The subconscious mind is the powerful secondary system that runs everything in your life. The subconscious part of our brain stores everything that happens to us. Tune in to this episode to discover the power your subconscious mind has and how to reprogram your mind.
In this show, I will discuss the subconscious mind and how it affects health and also the benefits of meditation to harness the power of the subconscious mind. Later, I will speak to Bianca DeGroat, a clinical hypnotherapist, advanced Rapid Transformation Therapy Practitioner, and past-life regression therapist, to gain more insight.
-Xo Raw Girl
Unlock your mind and learn:
- What is the subconscious mind?
- How powerful is your mind?
- The conscious mind vs the subconscious mind
- How your subconscious mind affects your health
- Ways to harness the power of your subconscious
- The benefits of meditation
- Hypnotherapy and hypnosis
- The impacts of our childhood on our beliefs
- Programming your beliefs and behaviors
Check out Bianca DeGroat’s website:
biancadegroattherapy.com
Find Bianca DeGroat on Instagram @biancadegroat
Chile, this week, we are talking about the benefits of moringa. Did you know that moringa contains more than 92 nutrients and 46 types of antioxidants and is said to cure or at the very least accelerate the healing of about three hundred diseases? Tune in to this episode to discover the numerous benefits of moringa and how you can incorporate moringa into your everyday life.
In this show, I will discuss the origin of moringa and the vitamins found in this superfood. Later, I will speak to Kwami Williams,a social entrepreneur and co-founder of True Moringa.
-Xo Raw Girl
Get the fam together and learn:
- What is the African superfood, Moringa?
- The vitamins and nutrients present in moringa
- 5 health benefits of moringa
- Why moringa is so powerful
- How Kwami discovered moringa
- Incorporating moringa into everyday living
- True Moringa’s unique process of making moringa powder and oil
- The benefits of a moringa facemask
- Looking to the future of True Moringa
Check out Kwami Williams’ website:
True Moringa.Com
Find True Moringa on Instagram @truemoringa
Hey girl hey, this week we are talking about how to enhance your natural beauty at any age. Beauty and health go hand in hand and taking care of your diet and the vitamins you ingest can enhance your natural beauty. Tune in to this episode to discover tips from an expert on the dos and don’ts of enhancing your natural beauty.
In this show, I will discuss the importance of diet for natural beauty, and other practices that can help you enhance your beauty at any age. Later, I will speak to Nadine Artemis, an innovative aromacologist and author. -Xo Raw Girl
Get the fam together and learn:
- Why your diet is important for natural beauty
- The various beauty vitamins that you need
- How does water enhance beauty?
- Prayer and meditation to balance out emotions
- How to embrace your age and purpose
- Nadine’s personal journey in exploring beauty
- Venturing into aromatherapy
- The philosophy of vitalism
- Dangerous chemicals in beauty products
- Washing the body with oil
- Incorporating the elements into your beauty regimen
- The beauty in aging- living without comparison
Check out Nadine Artemis’s website:
Living Libations.Com
Find Nadine Artemis on Instagram @nadineartemisofficial
Hey girl hey, this week we are talking about how breathwork can transform your health & increase your lifespan. Many of us do not pay attention to our breathing because it happens anyway, however paying attention to your breathing and breathing the proper way can leave you with many benefits Tune in to this episode to discover how to use breathwork and the importance of breathing efficiently
In this show, I will discuss what breathwork is, the importance of mindful breathing and a few breathing techniques. Later, I will speak to Parveen Panwar, a lifestyle impact focused entrepreneur and breathing and meditation specialist -Xo Raw Girl
Made your best cup of tea yet? Now get comfy, and learn:
- What is breathwork?
- How does breathing occur?
- The benefits of mindful breathing
- Avoiding poor breathing
- 5 breathing techniques you can try
- Parveen’s journey
- What does it mean to be activated?
- Parveen’s 5 methods of activation
- Breathing as a tool for activation
- Why Parveen started paying attention to his breath
- Breathwork for beginners
- How to breathe efficiently
- Controlling your heart rate variability with breath
- The importance of community- giving placebos
Check out Parveen Panwar’s blog:
https://medium.com/@parveenpanwarmractivated
Find Parveen Panwar on Instagram
@mractivated
Chile, this week we are talking about building strength & a solid core with pilates.Your core is the center of the body from which all movement stems and building your core is crucial for a healthy lifestyle. Tune in to this episode to discover how to use pilates to build and strengthen your core
In this show, I will discuss the origin of pilates and its importance, I will also speak on the importance of building a strong core. Later, I will speak to Lencola Green, a comprehensively trained Master Pilates instructor with 18+ years of experience of teaching pilates, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Get in position, ladies, and let’s discuss
- The origin of pilates
- Why you should be doing pilates
- The importance of building your core
- How Lencola got into pilates
- The foundational concepts of pilates
- How often should you do pilates?
- The benefits of pilates
- Pilates equipment- Lencola’s top 3
- Postpartum pilates
- Why you should get a strong core before conception
- Creating a unique rehabilitation plan
- Racial barriers in pilates
- Resources for pilates beginners
Check out Lencola Green’s website:
capilates.com
Find Lencola Green on Instagram @californiapilates
Chile, this week, we are talking about sleep. Your sleep is very important for your health. Poor sleep hygiene can lead to pre-diabetes, higher risk of heart disease and stroke and many others. Tune in to this episode to discover how to get the beauty sleep you deserve.
In this show, I will discuss the importance of sleep, the effects of sleep deprivation and how you can start a proper sleep hygiene. Later, I will speak to Dr. David Shirazi, a dual degreed dentist and Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT), to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Get the fam together and learn:
- Why sleep is so important for your body
- How sleep deprivation can make you gain weight
- The side effects of sleep deprivation
- 5 things that impair good sleep hygiene
- Creating a better sleep hygiene for your health
- How does diet affect your sleep?
- Dr. Shirazi’s journey in holistic healing
- Venturing into acupuncture and TMJ
- How is sleep linked to dental health?
- The stages of sleep
- How effective are sleep trackers?
- Arousal during the stages of sleep
- The impacts of breastfeeding
Check out Dr. Shirazi’s website:
TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre
Chile, this week we are talking about how to heal PCOS naturally. Did you know that PCOS affects 1-in-10 women? Wild, right? PCOS stands for Polycystic ovary syndrome. It is a hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age. Women with PCOS may have infrequent or prolonged menstrual periods. Tune in to this episode to discover how to get rid of PCOS without popping excessive pills.
In this show, I will discuss what exactly PCOS is, its symptoms and the effects of leaving PCOS untreated. Later, I will speak to Vivien Allred, a naturopathic nutritional therapist, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Settle into your comfy chair with a cup of your favorite tea and get to know:
- What is PCOS and why does it occur?
- The hormones that come into play
- Physical signs and symptoms of PCOS
- Vivien’s health journey
- Experiencing PCOS as a teenager
- The main drivers of PCOS
- 4 different types of PCOS
- Symptoms of insulin resistance PCOS
- Can PCOS result from stress?
- Why going on the pill for PCOS worsens your health
- The effects of thyroid issues
- Tackling PCOS holistically
- The importance of sleep in healing PCOS
- Progesterone and its relation to PCOS
Check out Vivien Allred’s website:
Viva Natural Health
Find Vivien Allred on Instagram @vivanaturalhealth
Hey girl hey, this week we are talking about the healing power of acupuncture. Did you know that there are over 300 acupuncture points on the body? Acupuncture has been researched to cure many ailments such as chronic pain, digestive issues,menstrual cramps, fibromyalgia, infertility, sleep disturbances, chronic fatigue, to name a few. Tune in to this episode to discover the healing power of acupuncture.
In this show, I will discuss the origin of acupuncture and how it is related to Chi and the meridians and also give you an idea of how the process is done. Later, I will speak to Dr. Lim, an avid practitioner of acupuncture, herbology, and Qi Gong , to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Get the fam together and learn:
- The origin of acupuncture
- Acupuncture, Chi and the meridians
- The process of acupuncture, how it’s done
- Benefits of acupuncture
- Acupuncture from an expert’s point of view
- Is Chi rooted in science?
- How does Chi benefit our organs?
- Acupuncture for respiratory conditions
- Local vs distal points
- Can acupuncture help with cardiovascular issues?
- Why acupuncture can help you emotionally
- What is scalp acupuncture?
Check out Dr. Florence Lim’s website:
TCM Healing Center
Find Dr. Florence Lim on Instagram @tcmflojo
Chile, did you know that the earth acts as a large source of electrons and getting in direct contact with the earth can help fight toxins present in the body? Healthy nutrition is not only about the physical substances like food that we ingest, there are other forms of ingesting nutrients such as grounding. If you would like to gain insight on what grounding is and many health benefits it comes with, tune in to this episode with expert cardiologist, Dr. Baxter Montgomery.
In this show I'm going to give you a few tips about how grounding can aid blood circulation and therefore, allow your cardiac output to work more effectively, and later we’ll be chatting with our expert Dr. Baxter Montgomery who is a Board Certified Cardiologist and founder of the Montgomery Heart & Wellness Center with the mission to reverse and prevent life-threatening illnesses and improve lives using the power of a plant-based diet.
Made your best cup of tea yet? Now get comfy, and learn:
- What is earthing or grounding?
- Materials that decrease the effects of grounding
- Why people ground and why you should too.
- Decreasing oxidative stress in your body by the antioxidant effect of grounding
- How does grounding aid the circulation of blood flow?
- The relationship between your blood fluidity and cardiac output.
- Does grounding affect your emotions by reducing stress triggers?
- The power of meditation as a spiritual and mental ingestion
- The benefits of filtering what you let in.
- Why plant foods are considered superior.
- The food classification system- healthiest to least healthy.
- Dr. Montgomery’s approach to patients with terminal illness.
- Why optimal enhancement through nutrition is important.
- Dr. Montgomery’s approach to patients despite the pessimistic nature of the medical community.
- Dr. Montgomery discusses the wellness programs at Montgomery Heart & Wellness
Show links
Montgomery Heart & Wellness Homepage
Montgomery Heart & Wellness YouTube
Montgomery Heart & Wellness Instagram
Montgomery Heart & Wellness Facebook
Montgomery Heart & Wellness LinkedIn
Chile, this week we are talking about how castor oil which is obtained from the castor plant scientifically known as Ricinus communis. Tune in to this episode to discover things you didn’t know about this miraculous oil, learn how it can help boost your health with its anti-inflammatory properties and also give you lush-looking lashes!
In this show I will chat about the main components of castor oil, the main benefits of castor oil packs and when not to use castor oil packs, Later, I will speak to Dr. Marisol Teijeiro, an author, naturopath, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Get your castor oil pack, get comfy and learn:
- What is castor oil?
- Castor oil properties
- The origin of Jamaican black castor oil
- What is a castor oil pack and how is it made?
- 9 benefits of castor oil packs
- How does castor oil treat inflammation?
- The Yin and Yang of the plant, Castor
- The use of castor oil’s anti-inflammatory properties
- Does castor oil aid digestion?
- Why you should never use a castor oil pack when on your period
- How castor packs stimulate oxytocin and melatonin to reduce aging
Check out Dr. Marisol Teijeiro’s website:
drmarisol.com
Find Marisol Teijeiro on Instagram @queenofthethrones
Hey girl hey, this week we are talking about how to rewrite your heart destiny and beat heart disease. Did you know that heart disease is the number one killer of people worldwide?
Tune in to this episode to discover ways to beat heart disease, the benefits of a plant-based diet and how to reclaim the joy of eating.
In this show, I will discuss the importance of learning your family health history and why you should get a health assessment and genetic testing . Later, I will speak to ageless superstar, Sherra Aguirre, a health enthusiast, environmentalist, food security activist, and author , to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Get the fam together and learn:
- How genes and your lifestyle play a role in your health
- How you can change your health outcome despite a history of family diseases
- A step-by-step guide to achieving longevity in spite of family history
- Why you should get a blood work, health assessment and genetic testing
- Lessons from Joyful, Delicious Vegan: Life Without Heart Disease authored by Sherra
- Sherra’s journey to becoming a vegan
- The importance of listening and paying attention to your body
- Why is mindful eating necessary?
- Breaking food addictions and getting over cravings
- The impacts of heart diseases on African American Women
- How do we reclaim the joy of eating?
- What agelessness is really about
- Sherra’s routine for staying ageless
Check out Sherra Aguirre’s website:
SherraAguirre.com
Find Sherra Aguirre on Instagram @sherraaguirre
Chile, this week we are sharing some clips from each episode of season four, which has been filled with amazing guests! If you’ve missed an episode, or just want to absorb the juicy content of an episode again, take some time to go on back to listen and catch up!
We look forward to chatting again with even more wonderful guests on August 7th, 2021. Here are this season’s guests that graced us with their knowledge:
- Pierre Thiam
- Trudi Lebron
- Dr. Darrell Misak, ND, RPH
- Trudie German
- Aishat Hasati
- Dr. Lakisha
- Andrew Fuller
- Nadine Artemis
- Dr. Warren Brown, NMD
- Karlos Lyons
- Gina Cushenberry, CNS
Learn more about my signature program Staying Ageless 30+ returning this Fall, and sign up for a free call to see if it’s right for you HERE.
Hey lady hey, this week we are talking some more about how to achieve lasting weight loss. Tune in to this episode to discover why you need to start with deep emotional work to lose weight, how to incorporate fasting into your daily routine, and some ways to keep your motivation up.
In this show I will chat about some simple tips that will help you lose weight and keep the pounds off long term. Later, I will speak to Gina Cushenberry, a Certified Nutrition Specialist and weight loss expert who works with me at Raw Girl Coaching, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Get your friends together, get ready to take some notes, and learn:
- How to work with your cravings, not against them
- The benefits of intermittent fasting
- Why you should visualize your new healthy habits
- What you need to get rid of in your kitchen
- How to create accountability
- Tips to remain consistent long-term
Work with Gina by booking a meet & greet on our website:
www.therawgirl.com
Find Gina Cushenberry on Instagram @ginatrimnutrition
Check out our Detox My Life program
Hey lady hey, this week we are talking about how to achieve lasting weight loss. Tune in to this episode to discover how to listen to our internal cues, the importance of keeping a food log, and how to determine adequate calorie intake for your goals.
In this show I will chat about some simple tips that can help you stay on track while trying to lose or maintain weight. Later, I will speak to Gina Cushenberry, a Certified Nutrition Specialist and weight loss expert who works with me at Raw Girl Coaching, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Get your friends together, get ready to take some notes, and learn:
- The importance of eating breakfast and not skipping meals
- What the difference between “diet” and “maintenance” is
- How to determine what foods you need to cut out or replace
- If an air fryer is a healthier option
- What calorie cycling is
- Ways to boost your metabolism
Work with Gina by booking a meet & greet on our website:
www.therawgirl.com
Find Gina Cushenberry on Instagram @ginatrimnutrition
Check out our Detox My Life program
Lady, this week we are talking about how to break the cycle of addiction. Tune in to this episode to discover how to assess where you are right now and what habits will take you to where you want to go, the importance of finding the why behind your negative habits, and how visual cues can help with breaking or establishing habits.
In this show I will chat about the method that I take my clients through to develop new positive habits, which I call my C.A.A.T.I. (pronounced “Catty”) method. Later, I will speak to Karlos Lyons, a Mental and Holistic Health advocate and Therapist, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Get your journal, get ready to take some notes and reflect, and learn:
- The power of the subconscious mind
- How to make good habits stick long term
- Why you need to work with, not against, your lifestyle
- What leads us to addiction
- The stages of change and ways to cope
- How to shift your mindset
Check out Karlos Lyons’ website:
https://wefixbrains.com/oakcliff/counselor/karlos-lyons/
Find Karlos Lyons on Instagram @mr.klyons
Hey girl hey, this week I’m sharing a recap clip of my Clubhouse talk “The State of the Black Diet” with you in case you missed it. The panelists included myself, Chaseedaw Giles, Dr. Milton Mills, Dr. Columbus Batiste, and Dr. Eric Walsh. -Xo Raw Girl
Get comfy, call up your friends, and learn:
- The history of the Black diet in America
- What slave food is
- The importance of nutrigenomics
- The dangers of fast food
- What health disparities are affecting the Black community
- How we can use diet to address these disparities moving forward
Find me on the Clubhouse app:
@therawgirl
Chile, this week we are talking about how to achieve peak performance. Tune in to this episode to discover ten simple things you can do to ensure that you are living optimally, why emotional and mental wellness are key in long term health, and the reasons you should engage in regular detoxification.
In this show I will chat about some ways to boost your overall performance and wellness. Later, I will speak to Dr. Warren Brown, a Naturopathic Doctor who specializes in sports medicine, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Get your water bottle, do some stretching, and get ready to learn:
- What supplements you should include in your daily routine
- The importance of dental care
- The number one wellness issue in America today
- What you need to watch out for if you are an endurance athlete
- What prooxidants are and how to reduce them
- Lab tests that are beneficial for measuring performance
Check out Dr. Warren Brown’s website:
www.ca4sport.com
Find Dr. Brown on Twitter @docWB
Hey lady, this week we are talking about how to maintain healthy teeth and gums holistically. Tune in to this episode to discover what oral care items you should stop using, why fillings are dangerous, and what foods cause harmful damage to our teeth.
In this show I will chat about some things lurking in your diet that may lead to unhealthier teeth and gums. Later, I will speak to Nadine Artemis, an innovative aromacologist, author, speaker, and creator of Living Libations, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Get your best cup of tea, get comfy, and learn:
- The relationship between teeth and nutrition
- Why mercury fillings need to go
- How the oral microbiome works
- What essential oils can be used for oral care
- Common oral care myths debunked
- How to properly brush your teeth
Check out Nadine Artemis’ website:
https://livinglibations.com
Find Nadine on Instagram @nadineartemisofficial and @livinglibationsofficial
Read Nadine Artemis’ books: “Renegade Beauty” and “Holistic Dental Care: The Complete Guide to Healthy Teeth and Gums”
Hey girl hey, this week we are talking about how to master life stages to live your best life. Tune in to this episode to discover what vitamins and minerals you need during each life stage, why we need to consider nutrient absorption, and what nutrients your body produces less of as you move into your 50+ years.
In this show I will go into the importance of nutrition for life cycles, especially for women, and the shifts that happen from adolescence, to womanhood, to pregnancy, and to menopause. Later, I will speak to Andrew Fuller, a clinical psychologist, family therapist, author, and speaker, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Get your family together, get comfy, and learn:
- How to stay resilient throughout life
- What to look out for during each life stage
- Which life stage is the most difficult
- How teens and 50 year-olds are similar
- The habits of healthy older adults
- Why you should have some friends that are older than you
Check out Andrew Fuller’s website:
http://www.andrewfuller.com.au/
Read Andrew Fuller’s latest book “Your Best Life At Any Age”
Hey lady, this week we are talking about how to naturally enhance your endocannabinoid system. Tune in to this episode to discover what cannabinoids are, the difference between phytocannabinoids and endocannabinoids, and what plant-sources contain endocannabinoid-enhancing fatty acids.
In this show I will go into the background on the endocannabinoid system and provide you with some foods and nutrients that can enhance it. Later, I will speak to Dr. Lakisha, a Traditional Naturopath, Registered Herbalist, and teacher of endogenous cannabinoid system education, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Grab a plant-based snack, get comfy, and learn:
- What the endocannabinoid system (or ECS) is
- Common plants that contain cannabinoids
- Why it’s especially important to avoid pesticides
- How we are hard-wired to interact with botanicals
- What we can add to our diet to support our ECS
- Why gut health is so important
Check out Dr. Lakisha’s website:
www.drlakisha.com
Find Dr. Lakisha on Instagram @drlakisha
Hey girl hey, this week we are talking about postpartum preparation and yoni steaming. Tune in to this episode to discover what you should be eating postpartum, some additional alternative health treatments that will support your recovery, and why you should include supplements during this time.
In this show I will go into what you might experience postpartum, tips to help prepare for postpartum from a nutritional perspective, and the supplements you should be including. Later, I will speak to Aishat Hasati, a trained Full Spectrum Doula, Certified Innate Postpartum Care Provider, Certified Vaginal Steam Facilitator, Certified Lactation Educator Specialist, and budding Herbalist, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Grab your little one, get cozy, and learn:
- The importance of iron supplementation
- Why you might consider including a therapist in your postpartum plan
- The role of a doula and ways they can support you postpartum
- What moxibustion is and its benefits
- The benefits of yoni steaming
- What to keep in mind when creating your postpartum plan
Check out Aishat Hasati’s website:
www.rootsheartandmind.com
Find Aishat on Instagram @rootsheart and @nomadic_essentialz
Check out Aishat’s first illustrated book “On Mama’s Back” @onmamasback
Chile, this week we are talking about how to strengthen your core and get fit quick. Tune in to this episode to discover how exercise improves overall brain function and keeps you looking younger, the ways that the core helps with daily movements, and why Pilates is so great for strengthening the core.
In this show I will go into the research behind the benefits of exercise, what the core is, and some great core exercises that you can incorporate into your workout routine. Later, I will speak to Trudie German, a personal trainer, fitness model and CEO of Body Envy, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Grab your workout gear, do a warm-up, and get ready to learn:
- Why exercise helps you look years younger
- The importance of having a strong core
- What muscles make up the core
- Trudie’s fitness and entrepreneurship journey
- Why you don’t need to be in the gym for hours to get results
- Trudie’s favorite workout moves
Check out Trudie German’s website:
www.bodyenvy.ca
Find Trudie on Instagram @bodyenvy1
Check out Trudie’s new workout program: “GET FIT WITH TRUDIE - Issa Lifestyle Boo”
Hey girl hey, this week we are talking about how to lengthen your telomeres and slow aging. Tune in to this episode to discover why you should steer clear of processed foods and GMO’s, what human growth hormone is and its relationship to aging, and how to increase your intake of polyphenols.
In this show I will go into why you need to remember the acronym F.I.A.A, some research behind specific topics that help to slow the aging process, and what basic supplements you should be taking. Later, I will speak to Dr. Darrell Misak, a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine and Licensed Pharmacist, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Grab your water bottle, get comfy, and learn:
- How to ensure your diet is nourishing
- The benefits of intermittent fasting
- What polyphenols are and why they are important
- What telomeres are and what herbs help keep them long
- The effects of stress on our DNA
- Ways you can release stress and trauma
Check out Dr. Darrell Misak’s website:
http://docmisak.com/
https://vitelometry.com/
Purchase VI-Telometry Essential supplements HERE and remember to use the code RAWGIRL at checkout for 10% off
Write me a Sephora Squad testimonial HERE
In this show I will go into how we can work on improving current inequalities within the healthcare system, some background on healthcare coverage, and how to advocate for ourselves within healthcare settings. Later, I will speak to Trudi Lebron, a business and leadership coach who founded the Equity-Centered Coaching Collective, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Get ready to take some notes, call up your friends, and learn:
- The average cost of healthcare
- The infant mortality rate among African Americans
- Why it’s important to get a second opinion when you receive a diagnosis
- How to start advocating for yourself
- What it means to make things equitable
- Questions we can ask ourselves to start examining the systems that are in place
Check out Trudi Lebron’s website:
http://www.trudilebron.com/
Find Trudi Lebron on Instagram: @trudilebron
Join the Equity-Centered Coaching Collective
Lady, this week we are talking about fonio, an African superfood. Tune in to this episode to discover what fonio is, how long it has been cultivated in Africa, and what nutritional properties make it a superfood.
In this show I will go into the background on fonio, its nutritional profile, and some ways to incorporate it in your diet. Later, I will speak to Pierre Thiam, a chef specializing in West African cuisine and founder of Yolele Foods, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Get your cooking apron on, grab a notepad, and learn:
- Why fonio could play a big role in improving food security in West Africa
- How and where fonio is harvested
- Pierre Thiam’s journey to becoming a world-renowned chef
- What the staples are in Senegal cuisine
- The versatility of cooking with fonio
- Why we need to return to traditional ways of agriculture
Check out Pierre Thiam’s websites:
http://www.pierrethiam.com/
https://www.yolele.com/
Find Pierre Thiam on Instagram: @chefpierrethiam and @yolelefoods
Purchase The Fonio Cookbook: An Ancient Grain Rediscovered
Chile, this week we are sharing some clips from each episode of season three, which has been filled with amazing guests! If you’ve missed an episode, or just want to absorb the juicy content of an episode again, take some time to go on back to listen and catch up!
We look forward to chatting again with even more wonderful guests on March 27th, 2021. Here are this season’s guests that graced us with their knowledge:
- Dr. Liz Lipski, PhD, CNS, FACN, IFMCP, BCHN, LDN
- Dr. Asia Muhammad, ND
- JoAnn Farb
- Acharya Shunya
- Ramona Adelle Cadogan
- Shae Leonard
- Stephanie Kato
- Dr. Columbus Batiste, MD, FACC, FSCAI
- Dr. Florence Lim, L.Ac., DaOM
- Johnae DeFelicis
Learn more about Staying Ageless 30+ and sign up for a free call to see if it’s right for you HERE.
Watch my new free training “6 Major Keys to Determine Your Ideal Diet” HERE.
Tune in to my live Clubhouse talk on Sunday, February 21st at 6:00 PM PST HERE.
Hey girl hey, this week we are talking about how to prioritize self-care. Tune in to this episode to discover how I define “self-care,” why you should get rid of processed foods, and how to create and maintain healthy habits.
In this show I will go into my acronym “take your MEDSS,” and the research behind the benefits of mindfulness, exercise, diet, supplements and sleep. Later, I will speak to Johnae DeFelicis, a wellness writer and self-proclaimed stress and mindset coach, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Get a facemask on, put your feet up, and learn:
- Ways to incorporate mindfulness into your day
- How to ensure your diet is nourishing
- Why we need supplementation
- The foundation of self-care
- How to re-focus on what you need to help you show up daily
- Ways to set healthy boundaries
Check out Johnae DeFelicis’s website:
https://www.justjohnae.com/
https://members.thehappyjoy.com/
Find Johnae DeFelicis on Instagram: @justjohnae and on Facebook: Johnae DeFelicis
Learn more about Staying Ageless 30+ and sign up for a free call to see if it’s right for you HERE.
Hey lady hey, this week we are talking about how to heal PCOS and increase female fertility from a Chinese Medicine perspective. Tune in to this episode to discover the association between hormone imbalance and PCOS, how PCOS can cause infertility, and why insulin resistance is common with PCOS.
In this show I will go into the research behind what causes PCOS, what PCOS is, and the signs and symptoms of it. Later, I will speak to Dr. Florence Lim, a Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor and Acupuncturist, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Get you a pen and paper, call up your friends, and learn together:
- Why it’s important to look at diet, supplements, and natural therapies when you have PCOS
- The relationship between Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture
- Patterns within the body when you have hormone imbalance
- Herbs to use for PCOS
- How acupuncture and lifestyle changes can help fertility
- The difference between Western Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine
Check out Dr. Florence Lim’s website:
https://www.tcmhealingcenter.com/
Find Dr. Florence Lim on Instagram: @tcmhealingcenter and on Facebook: TCM Healing Center LA
Learn more about Raw Girl’s Hormone Balancing Academy and sign up for a free call to see if it’s right for you HERE.
Chile, this week we are talking about slave food and how racism affects longevity. Tune in to this episode to discover the types of stressors we commonly face, what happens to the body in a stressed state, and the results of chronic stress.
In this show I will go into racism and health, how the two intertwine and affect African Americans in particular, and the toll of stress. Later, I will speak to Dr. Columbus Batiste, a cardiologist also known as the Heart Healthy Doc., to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Call up your friends, get comfy, and learn:
- What the DIE acronym stands for
- What happens in the body and in the brain when you are in a stressed state
- The history of slave food and the relationship with soul food
- How nutritional stress leads to the birth of disease
- What redlining was and its effects
- How telomeres affect your longevity
Check out Dr. Columbus Bastiste’s websites:
https://www.thehealthyheartdoc.org/
https://www.slavefood.org/
Find Dr. Columbus Bastiste on Instagram: @hearthealthydoc and @slavefoodproject_
On Facebook: Healthy Heart Doc and Slave Food and on YouTube: Slave Food Project
Watch the Slave Food lecture
Hey girl hey, this week we are talking about metaphysical colon hydrotherapy and the benefits of boosting the lymphatic system. Tune in to this episode to discover how to ensure that your lymphatic system is draining daily, who might benefit from a colonic or lymphatic drainage massage, and the importance of listening to our bodies.
In this show I will go into the function of the lymphatic system, what it consists of, and ways to boost your lymphatic system. Later, I will speak to Stephanie Kato, a Certified Colon Hydrotherapist who is also a massage therapist that specializes in lymphatic drainage, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Get your notebook and pen ready, grab your raw food snack, and learn:
- Why you should invest in massage and infrared sauna therapy
- How dry skin brushing and deep breathing helps to move the lymphatic system
- What metaphysical colon hydrotherapy is and its benefits
- The difference between an open system and a closed system colonic
- How often you should get a colonic
- The role of lymph and how to move it
Check out Stephanie Kato’s website:
https://www.iyasucolonics.com/
Find Stephanie Kato on Instagram: @iyasucolonics and on Facebook: Iyasu
Lady, this week we are talking about how to optimize your diet and mood using genetic testing. Tune in to this episode to discover why prescription drugs don’t always solve the root cause of your problem, how to harness the power of food to change your genes, and some go-to tips for optimal health and wellness.
In this show I will go into how food can turn certain genes on or off, what nutrigenomics is, and how lifestyle factors affect genetic expression. Later, I will speak to Shae Leonard, a Board Certified Physician’s Assistant who practices integrative psychiatry, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Grab your best cup of tea, get comfy, and learn:
- How “genes load the gun, and lifestyle pulls the trigger”
- What genetic testing shows us and how we can use it for our health
- What amino acid therapy is
- The ways sleep influences our health
- The importance of stress management
- The problems associated with prescription drugs
Check out Shae Leonard’s website:
http://www.shaeleonard.com/
Find Shae Leonard on Instagram: @shaeleonard and on Facebook: Shae Anne Leonard
Hey girl hey, this week we are talking about how to build muscle and strength on a plant-based diet. Tune in to this episode to discover how to use intermittent fasting, why you should increase your caloric intake when training, and how to increase your mobility as you age.
In this show I will go into metabolic efficiency and metabolic typing, why calorie restriction is not effective for weight loss, and how to calculate your basal metabolic rate. Later, I will speak to Ramona Adelle Cadogan who is a fifty year old vegan powerlifter and personal trainer, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Put your workout clothes on, get your water bottle, and learn:
- How to lose fat and gain muscle based on your metabolic type
- What your goal should be for optimizing health and longevity
- What a vegan eats during training
- Recommendations for women that want to get into weightlifting
- The importance of having medical professionals in your corner
- Common myths around veganism and building muscle
Read more about Ramona Adelle Cadogan:
https://www.greatveganathletes.com/ramona-cadogan-vegan-weightlifter/
Find Ramona on Instagram: @nyambassadorteamgreen63kg and on Facebook: Ramona Adelle Cadogan
Help Ramona represent the USA at the 2021 World Masters Games in Kansai Japan by donating to her GoFundMe
Hey lady hey, this week we are talking about Ayurveda 101: Understanding kapha. Tune in to this episode to discover the best ways to move toward transformation as a kapha dosha, what happens mentally and within the body when kapha is imbalanced, and how to find balance with your weight loss or weight gain.
In this show I will go into what Ayurveda is, how understanding your dosha can help you stay balanced, and will give you some background on the kapha dosha. Later, I will speak to Acharya Shunya again, who is a globally-recognized Ayurveda healer, scholar, best-selling author and teacher of an alchemically alive, spiritually and psychologically rooted ‘awakening health model’ of Ayurveda, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Grab your kapha friends, get comfy, and learn together:
- Some common disorders that are associated with an imbalanced kapha dosha
- What the three energies are in Ayurveda
- How to find balance with weight loss or weight gain
- What qualities of the kapha dosha that we need to be aware of
- When the best time to work out is for the kapha dosha
- What time of day and time of year the kapha dosha is at its peak
Check out Acharya Shunya’s website:
http://www.acharyashunya.com/
Find Acharya Shunya on Instagram: @acharyashunya and on Facebook: Acharya Shunya
Read Acharya Shunya’s books: “Sovereign Self” and “Ayurveda Lifestyle Wisdom”
Lady, this week we are talking about Ayurveda 101: Understanding vata. Tune in to this episode to discover how your dosha affects your menstrual cycle, why regular meals are important for the vata dosha, and how simple lifestyle and food changes that follow Ayurvedic principles can help you heal.
In this show I will go into what Ayurveda is, how understanding your dosha can help you stay balanced, and will give you some background on the vata dosha. Later, I will speak to Acharya Shunya again, who is a globally-recognized Ayurveda healer, scholar, best-selling author and teacher of an alchemically alive, spiritually and psychologically rooted ‘awakening health model’ of Ayurveda, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Grab your vata friends, get comfy, and learn together:
- Some common disorders that are associated with an imbalanced vata dosha
- What the three energies are in Ayurveda
- How your dosha affects your menstrual cycle
- What qualities of the vata dosha that we need to be aware of
- How important regular meals and sleep are for the vata dosha
- What time of day and time of year the vata dosha is at its peak
Check out Acharya Shunya’s website:
http://www.acharyashunya.com/
Find Acharya Shunya on Instagram: @acharyashunya and on Facebook: Acharya Shunya
Read Acharya Shunya’s books: “Sovereign Self” and “Ayurveda Lifestyle Wisdom”
In this show I will go into what Ayurveda is, how understanding your dosha can help you stay balanced, and will give you some background on the pitta dosha. Later, I will speak to Acharya Shunya, who is a globally-recognized Ayurveda healer, scholar, best-selling author and teacher of an alchemically alive, spiritually and psychologically rooted ‘awakening health model’ of Ayurveda, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Grab your pitta friends, get comfy, and learn together:
- Some common disorders that are associated with an imbalanced pitta dosha
- What the three energies are in Ayurveda
- Why it is important to eat seasonally
- What qualities of the pitta dosha that we need to be aware of
- How understanding your strengths and weaknesses can help keep your dosha balanced
- How accessible it is to practice self-healing using Ayurvedic principles
Check out Acharya Shunya’s website:
http://www.acharyashunya.com/
Find Acharya Shunya on Instagram: @acharyashunya and on Facebook: Acharya Shunya
Read Acharya Shunya’s books: “Sovereign Self” and “Ayurveda Lifestyle Wisdom”
Lady, this week we are talking about surviving COVID-19 and what you need to know about vaccines. Tune in to this episode to discover what an mRNA vaccine is and how it differs from other vaccines, what it means when companies say a vaccine has a certain percent of effectiveness, and what we need to know about the companies that are producing the coronavirus vaccination.
In this show I will go into insights of my own experiences helping clients recover from COVID-19, why we should ask questions and do our own research about vaccinations, and will give you some information about Dr. Reiner Fuellmich, who has been a consumer protection trial lawyer in California and Germany for 26 years and is a founding member of the German Corona Extra-Parliamentary Inquiry Committee. Later, I will speak to JoAnn Farb, who is an author and former microbiologist with a global pharmaceutical company, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Grab your notepad, get ready for some eye-opening information, and learn:
- Why science isn’t always “unbiased”
- How vaccines work and what antibodies are
- Who is most likely to be hurt by COVID-19
- If there are laws that protect us against mandatory vaccinations
- What we need to know about the companies producing coronavirus vaccinations
- Ways to protect yourself against COVID-19
Check out JoAnn Farb’s website:
www.JoAnnFarb.com
Read these relevant blog articles by JoAnn Farb:
https://joannfarb.weebly.com/blog/covid-polio
https://joannfarb.weebly.com/blog/survivecovid
https://joannfarb.weebly.com/blog/time
Mentioned in the show:
German Corona Extra-Parliamentary Inquiry Committee Article: https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2020/10/17/coronavirus-fraud-biggest-crime-against-humanity.aspx
Wuhan study:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33219229/
https://www.bmj.com/content/371/bmj.m4695
Corrections:
1) The mRNA vaccine is administered with a special needle that includes an electrical shock -- that is only true for the DNA vaccine -- but not the mRNA.
2) The number of people who were diagnosed with COVID in the 30,000+ vaccine trial JoAnn talked about was NOT 100 -- it was actually 170.
Hey lady, this week we are talking about how minding your gut can improve your emotional balance. Tune in to this episode to discover how to know when we need antibiotics, why holistic medicine matters, and what leaky gut syndrome really is.
In this show I will go into the research behind the relationship between mental health issues and digestive issues, what the enteric nervous system is, and how to support your parasympathetic nervous system. Later, I will speak to Dr. Asia Muhammad who is a Naturopath that specializes in gut health and treating patients with chronic gastrointestinal conditions, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Get comfy, get your best cup of tea to sip on, and learn:
- How naturopaths and conventional doctors can work together
- Why we should be concerned about our microbiome
- How probiotics are used
- The importance of holistic medicine
- How to take antibiotics properly
- What leaky gut syndrome is
Check out Dr. Asia Muhammad’s website:
http://www.asiamuhammad.com/
Find Dr. Asia Muhammad on Instagram: @dr.asiamuhammad and on Facebook: Dr. Asia Muhammad
Watch “The Art of Natural Healing" - a docuseries on Amazon Prime
Chile, this week we are talking more about how to improve your digestive wellness. Tune in to this episode to discover the difference between food allergies and food sensitivities, the four main foods that people are sensitive to, and what exorphins are.
In this show I will go into facts that you may not know about the digestive system and signs that you need to pay more attention to your gut health. Later, I will speak to Dr. Liz Lipski who is a Professor and the Director of the Academic Development for the graduate programs in Clinical Nutrition at Maryland University of Integrative Health, owner of the Innovative Healing Academy, and author of “Digestive Wellness” to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Get comfy, grab your miso soup, and learn:
- How food sensitivities could be a result of deeper issues
- The difference between an allergy and a sensitivity
- What leaky gut syndrome is
- How to use the elimination diet
- The importance of rest
- How lifestyle changes can reduce allergic reactions
Check out Dr. Liz Lipski’s website:
https://www.innovativehealingacademy.com/
Digestive Health Appraisal Questionnaire: www.dhaq.info
Find Dr. Liz Lipski on Twitter: @lizlipski and on Facebook: Liz Lipski
Read Dr. Liz Lipski’s book:
“Digestive Wellness: Strengthen the Immune System and Prevent Disease Through Healthy Digestion, Fifth Edition”
Chile, this week we are talking about how to improve your digestive wellness. Tune in to this episode to discover how you can include prebiotic and cultured/fermented foods in your diet, what foods to avoid that damage the microbiome, and how the gut affects our health when it is functioning improperly.
In this show I will go into what the gut is made up of and its basic function, and will give you some simple tips to optimize your digestion. Later, I will speak to Dr. Liz Lipski who is a Professor and the Director of the Academic Development for the graduate programs in Clinical Nutrition at Maryland University of Integrative Health, owner of the Innovative Healing Academy, and author of “Digestive Wellness” to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Get comfy, grab your kefir water, and learn:
- What the enteric nervous system is
- The role of the vagus nerve in the digestive system
- How supporting your microbiome can help alleviate mood disorders
- How to choose the right probiotic - food sources vs. supplements
- What muscle testing is
- How to do sway testing
Check out Dr. Liz Lipski’s website:
https://www.innovativehealingacademy.com/
Find Dr. Liz Lipski on Twitter: @lizlipski and on Facebook: Liz Lipski
Read Dr. Liz Lipski’s book:
“Digestive Wellness: Strengthen the Immune System and Prevent Disease Through Healthy Digestion, Fifth Edition”
Chile, this week we are sharing some clips from each episode of season two, which has been filled with amazing guests! If you’ve missed an episode, or just want to absorb the juicy content of an episode again, take some time to go on back to listen and catch up!
We look forward to chatting again with even more wonderful guests on November 21st, 2020. Here are this season’s guests that graced us with their knowledge:
- Dr. Floyd Atkins
- Cherie Calbom, MS
- Dr. Jennifer Stagg
- Erica St. Bernard, LCMFT
- Nathaniel Wilkins
- Lahnor Powell, ND, MPH
- Nafisa Jiddawi, MS, FNP-C, WHNP-BC, CNM
- Eric Adams
- Laurie Alessandra
- Dr. Neal Barnard, MD
- Revisited conversations with: Dr. James Maas, Mimi Kirk, Annette Larkins, and Bernando La Pallo
Lady, this week we are talking about how to have a pain-free period and how to balance hormonally. Tune in to this episode to discover what foods contribute to painful periods that you should eliminate from your diet, the role of fiber, SHBD (sex hormone-binding globulin) and estrogen within the body, and how BMI (body mass index) is related to hormonal balance.
In this show I will go into the science behind a woman’s menstrual cycle, symptoms of PMS, and natural ways to keep your period pain-free. Later, I will speak to Dr. Neal Barnard, who is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Medicine at the George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C., and President of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Get your notepad, grab your girlfriends, and learn together:
- What causes cramping and other PMS symptoms
- How the body recycles hormones
- What diet changes you need to make to keep your hormones in balance
- The role of fiber, SHBG (sex hormone-binding globulin) and estrogen within the body
- What BMI (body mass index) is
- The connection between body weight and fertility
Check out Dr. Neal Barnard’s website:
https://www.pcrm.org/
Find Dr. Neal Barnard on Instagram: @drnealbarnard and on Facebook: Neal Barnard, MD
Read Dr. Neal Barnard’s book “Your Body in Balance”
Listen to my other Staying Ageless episode with Dr. Neal Barnard: “Increase Longevity, Boost Your Energy, and Slow Aging on a Plant-Based Diet”
Watch my IGTV “Reducing Period Symptoms Naturally”
Hey lady hey, this week we are talking about Ayurveda. Tune in to this episode to discover how knowing your Dosha will help keep you grounded and your digestive system optimized, how Ayurveda is dynamic and the differences from a typical western diet, and how our natural eating tendencies may be keeping us imbalanced.
In this show I will go into what Ayurveda is, what the Doshas are and what happens when they are imbalanced, and how you can determine your Dosha. Later, I will speak to Laurie Alessandra, wellness coach and Ayurveda lifestyle expert who has been studying and practicing Ayurveda for 20 years, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Get your notepad, best tea to sip on, and learn:
- Laurie’s journey that lead to an interest in Ayurveda
- How Ayurveda is a self-healing practice
- What the Doshas are and how they integrate with the seasons and time of day
- How to navigate the changing of the seasons in order to keep our Doshas in balance
- What to eat for an Ayurvedic seasonal detox
- Laurie’s experience with the Staying Ageless 30+ program and journey to becoming a wellness coach
Check out Laurie Alessandra’s website:
https://www.yogaloveoakland.com/laurie-alessandra-wellness
Find Laurie on Instagram:
@lauriealessandrawellness
Chile, this week we are talking about reversing diabetes. Tune in to this episode to discover how eating a plant based diet and shifting your mindset can help reverse diabetes, the history of soul food, and how we can spread our knowledge of healthy diet and lifestyle choices within our families and communities.
In this show I will go into the signs and symptoms of Type 2 diabetes, the science behind how insulin resistance occurs, and will leave you with some tips on reversing insulin resistance and improving blood sugar control. Later, I will speak to Eric Adams, Brooklyn Borough President, former law enforcement officer and now author, to gain more insight. -Xo Raw Girl
Get your plant-based snacks, get comfy, and learn:
- Eric’s journey to becoming a law enforcement officer
- The diet and lifestyle changes that you can make to reverse a diabetes diagnosis
- The importance of a holistic approach
- Tips for those with a diabetes diagnosis on what your next steps should be
- What is being done to increase accessibility to healthy foods in cities like Brooklyn
- Eric’s greatest life lesson
Pre-order Eric Adam’s book, “Healthy At Last”:
https://www.amazon.com/Healthy-Last-Plant-Based-Preventing-Reversing/dp/1401960561
Find Eric on Instagram: @healthyatlastbk and on Facebook: Healthy At Last
Hey girl hey, this week we are talking about pregnancy again, but this time from the perspective of a midwife! Tune in to this episode to discover the ways in which midwives help women throughout their lives, the services that Wajamama Wellness Clinic provides the community of Zanzibar, and the differences between a doula and a midwife.
In this show I will go into the research behind maternal mortality rates, the impact of racial disparities within maternal health, and what we can do to improve these rates and disparities in the future. Later, I will speak to Nafisa Jiddawi, certified nurse midwife, advanced practice nurse, and founder and CEO of Wajamama Wellness Center. -Xo Raw Girl
Grab your snacks, call your new mom and mom-to-be friends, and learn together:
- Nafisa’s journey to midwifery
- The differences between US healthcare and healthcare in Zanzibar for pregnant women
- What a midwife is and why you might consider working with one
- What unnecessary interventions can happen during the birthing process
- Who should be on your birthing team
- Tips for women who are getting ready to give birth
Check out Nafisa Jiddawi’s website:
https://www.wajamama.com/
Find Nafisa on Instagram: @wajamama_zanzibar and on Facebook: Wajamama Wellness Center
Chile, this week we are talking about one of my favorite things to do: sleep. Tune in to this episode to discover what the circadian rhythm is, why top athletes focus on their sleep, and some tips on improving and getting more sleep.
In this show I will go into the science behind how our diet affects sleep, the diseases that can result from inadequate sleep, and how sleep affects productivity. Later, we will revisit a conversation with Dr. James Maas, author and leading authority on sleep and performance. PS Today is the LAST day to join Staying Ageless 30+! This is a powerful eight week online course designed to activate dynamic women, like you, to establish lasting rituals that radically transform overall health, beauty, and energy. Visit my website www.therawgirl.com to join. -Xo Raw Girl
Grab your blanket and pillow, get comfy, and learn:
- If it is a good idea to take naps
- How sleeping plays a role in our success
- The connection between sleep and weight loss
- What diseases can be avoided by getting a good night's sleep
- What REM sleep is
- How sleep affects our performance in work and life in general
Check out Dr. James Maas’ website:
https://jamesmaas.com/
Read Dr. James Maas’ books: “Power Sleep” “Sleep for Success” and “Sleep to Win”
Lady, this week we are continuing our talk about longevity. Tune in to this episode to discover the benefits of eating a raw food diet, how finding and following your passion in life will keep you feeling younger, and the ways in which meditation can help you heal and grow as a person.
In this show I will go into the science behind grounding (also known as earthing), and I will leave you with more tips that can help you live a longer, healthier life. Later, we will revisit a conversation with Mimi Kirk, an international speaker, health coach, raw food chef, and published author. PS in case you didn’t hear, Staying Ageless 30+ is now open for enrollment for a limited time! This is a powerful eight week online course designed to activate dynamic women, like you, to establish lasting rituals that radically transform overall health, beauty, and energy. Visit my website www.therawgirl.com to learn more.
Grab your raw snacks, get comfy, and learn:
- Mimi’s journey and how she was led to the raw food diet
- Supplements or specific foods that help one stay youthful
- Daily rituals and habits that contribute to longevity
- How lifestyle trumps genetics
- How to overcome family and peer pressure when making lifestyle changes
- Tips that can help you increase your longevity
Check out Mimi Kirk’s website:
http://youngonrawfood.com/
Find Mimi on Instagram:
@mimikirk_youngonrawfood
Hey lady hey, this week we are continuing our talk about longevity. Tune in to this episode to discover what foods reduce the risk of cancer, how to incorporate antioxidants in your diet that will keep you looking and feeling younger, and how a positive attitude and finding your purpose will add years to your lifespan.
In this show I will go into the science and health risks behind processed food and meat consumption, and I will leave you with several more tips that can help you live a longer, healthier life. Later, we will revisit a conversation with Annette Larkins, a longevity expert, also known as “The Ageless Woman.” Stay tuned til the end of the show, where I announce the relaunch of Staying Ageless 30+, a powerful eight week online course designed to activate dynamic women, like you, to establish lasting rituals that radically transform overall health, beauty, and energy.
Grab your raw snacks, get comfy, and learn:
- How a genetic background for disease can be trumped by lifestyle
- The importance of a positive mindset for staying ageless
- The raw food diet and what kinds of supplements help contribute to staying youthful
- Annette’s personal health journey that led to a raw food diet
- Annette’s top tips for living a long, healthy life
- Important lifestyle habits to help you stay ageless
Check out Annette Larkins’ website:
https://annettelarkins.com/
Hey girl hey, this week we are talking about longevity. Tune in to this episode to discover how the incorporation of raw foods can help keep you healthy long-term, why colon health is important and its role in longevity, and what daily habits you should adopt to help you live a longer, healthier life.
In this show I will go into what longevity means, the science behind living a long life, and six tips that can help you live longer. Later, we will revisit a conversation with Bernando LaPallo, author of “Age Less, Live More,” who at the time of the interview was 109 years old. Bernando passed away at the age of 114, and had no chronic illnesses or diseases.
Grab your walking shoes, call the people you want to grow old with, and learn together:
- Bernando’s personal health journey and how he was led to raw foods
- How positive thinking and a positive attitude contributes to longevity
- How eating the right foods can help keep you healthy
- Tips that can help you increase your longevity
- Lifestyle habits that can increase longevity
- Why colon health is important and how to keep your colon clean
Check out Bernando LaPallo’s books:
Age Less, Live More.
Beyond 100: How To Live Well Into Your Second Century.
Sis, this week we are talking about fourth trimester wellness. Tune in to this episode to discover what the fourth trimester is and the common questions that women have during this time, recommendations for post-pregnancy mood disorders or anxiety, and homeopathic remedies and botanicals that you can utilize to aid the healing of your body after giving birth.
In this show I will go into the science behind breastfeeding, the stages of breast milk, and the research behind how long you should breastfeed your child. Later, I will speak to Lahnor Powell, Naturopathic Doctor, founder of Love and Lullabies LLC, and a functional laboratory consultant at Genova Diagnostics to gain more insight.
Grab your snacks, call your new mom and mom-to-be friends, and learn together:
- What research says about how long you should breastfeed
- The difference between postpartum and the fourth trimester
- What mood disorders can occur after pregnancy and why
- What postpartum anxiety is and key nutrients that will help
- How binding the belly after birth is helpful
- The top four things you should focus on to help you in the fourth trimester
Check out Lahnor’s website:
www.loveandlullabies.org and www.drlennyp.com
Find Lahnor on Instagram: @loveandlullabies.blog
Hey girl hey, this week we are talking about the power of using fitness to transform your mindset. Tune in to this episode to discover the correlation between a tough mindset and fitness, how to cultivate mental toughness, and ways to build your resilience muscle.
In this show I will go into what “comfort zone” and “optimal anxiety” is, one free thing that you can do to get out of your comfort zone, and the science behind the gut-brain connection. Later, I will speak to Nathaniel Wilkins, a personal trainer, author, and creator of the “ageless workout” to get some more insight.
Grab your weights, your water bottle, and learn:
- What research says about high vs low vagal tone
- The role of the parasympathetic nervous symptom
- What it means to be mentally tough and how to cultivate mental toughness
- What Nathaniel does for his “ageless workout” and what his diet regime is
- Ways that Nathaniel incorporates mindfulness in his life
- The question that young people should ask old people
Check out Nathaniel’s website:
www.agelessworkout.com
Find Nathaniel on Instagram: @agelesshealingofficial and @natemiami305 and on Facebook: Natespeaksinc
Read Nathaniel’s book “The Now Factors For Success Today and Into the Future”
Chile, this week we are talking more about how to create a healthy partnership. Tune in to this episode to discover the importance of being intentional with time (both with your partner and with yourself), the difference between compromise and collaboration, and the strongest ways to lay a healthy foundation with your partner.
In this show I will go into the science behind how marital conflict affects your body’s immune response and ability to heal, and the correlation behind emotional tone during conflict and the risk of heart disease. Later, I will speak to Erica St. Bernard, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist to get some more insight.
Go grab your boo, or your girls if you are single, get comfy, and learn:
- What research says about the effects of healthy and unhealthy partnerships
- The “we over me” philosophy within a partnership
- The importance of our health in a relationship (showing up as a whole person)
- How to discuss “his and hers” roles and responsibilities within a partnership
- How to manage boundaries in your relationship through healthy communication
- The ways in which your inner work will benefit you, and your current or future partner
Check out Erica’s practice:
https://yourlifeswell.com/
Find Erica on Instagram: @yourlifeswell
Sis, this week we are talking about the many benefits of incorporating bitter foods in your diet. Tune in to this episode to discover what foods and herbs have bitter compounds, how these compounds affect appetite and inflammation in the body, and how bitter foods can help those with low stomach acid as well as those who want to curb their sugar cravings.
In this show I will go into the five flavors that should be part of every meal (including bitter), and later will speak to Dr. Jennifer Stagg, an author, Naturopathic Physician, and the founder and medical director of Whole Health Wellness Center.
Grab a cup of green tea, get comfy, and learn:
- Where bitter compounds are found
- How the American diet is altered to include less bitter compounds
- The ways in which bitter foods improve metabolic and digestive health, which in turn slows the aging process
- How bitter foods affect appetite and inflammation in the body, which ultimately helps reduce belly fat
- How to boost stomach acid production and beat sugar cravings with bitter foods
- The influence an expecting mother’s diet has on her baby
- How to start incorporating bitter foods in your diet
Check out Dr. Jennifer Stagg’s website:
www.drstagg.com
Find Dr. Jennifer Stagg on Instagram: @jenstagg and on Facebook: Dr. Jennifer Stagg
Read Dr. Jennifer Stagg’s book: “The Bitter Prescription: Engineering Your Diet, Digestion, and Hormones After 35.”
Download my FREE Bitter Foods Handout here!
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Chile, this week we are talking about the many health and spiritual benefits of juicing. Tune in to this episode to discover ways to extend the life of your juice, how to start fasting and what happens to the body (physically and spiritually) during a fast, and how juicing can heal you from chronic conditions, like Fibromyalgia.
In this show I will break down what juicing is and what kinds of produce you can juice, and include tips on juicing organic vs. non-organic produce, where to start if you are new to juicing, and the health benefits of juicing. Later I speak to Cherie Calbom (also known as “The Juice Lady”), a TV chef and celebrity nutritionist, author, and the leading authority on juicing for health and detoxification.
Get a good stretch in, grab your glass of juice, and learn:
- How drinking juice effects blood sugar levels
- The benefits of drinking certain juices at certain times of the day
- How to use fasting for weight loss
- What to do with the leftovers from juicing
- How raw foods decrease inflammation in the body and support your overall health
- What ailments can be healed with juicing
- What power ingredients and supplements you can add to your juice
Check out Cherie Calbom’s website for info on her amazing work and many incredible books on juicing:
www.juiceladyinfo.com
Find Cherie Calbom on Instagram: @juiceladycherie and on Facebook: Cherie Calbom
For additional juice recipes, check out Esosa’s book: Got Veg? How to Thrive on a Plant-Based Diet
Lady, this week we are talking about why hydration is essential for your health. Tune in to this episode to discover when dehydration occurs, the effects of dehydration, and how to determine if you need to boost your water intake.
In this show I will go into the signs and symptoms of dehydration, and later will speak to Dr. Floyd Atkins, once a board certified podiatrist and now a spiritual and physical wellness advocate at the Center for Wellness and Healing, national speaker, and author.
Grab your alkaline water, get comfy, and learn:
- What kinds of chemicals are in your tap water
- The differences between bottled water and distilled water
- What to look for in a water filter
- How to remineralize water
- The importance of water pH
- How to achieve the best quality water in your entire home
- Where to begin on improving your water quality, based on your budget
Check out Dr. Floyd Atkins’ website:
www.drfloydatkins.com
Water filters Dr. Floyd recommends: https://www.teamalkaviva.com/dratkins/h2-water-ionizers
And find more information on: www.preventive-measures.com
Read Dr. Floyd Atkins’ book: “An Ounce of Prevention: Five Powerful Pearls That Will Preserve Your Life.”
Chile, this week we are sharing some clips from each episode of season one, which has been filled with amazing guests! If you’ve missed an episode, or just want to absorb the juicy content of an episode again, take some time to go on back to listen and catch up!
We look forward to chatting again with even more wonderful guests on July 18th, 2020. Here are the guests that have graced us with their knowledge so far:
- Dr. Neal Barnard
- Bianca DeGroat
- Dr. Milton Mills
- Dr. Terry Victor
- Dr. Ro
- Elizabeth Carpenter
- Dr. Baxter Montgomery
- Aris Latham
- Erica St. Bernard, LCMFT
- Zeenat Watts
- Brandi Sellers
- Dr. Allan Warshowsky
- Faith Hunter
- Sonja Herbert
Sis, this week we are talking about how Pilates can correct structural imbalances in your body that you developed over time or are the result of trauma (i.e. due to car accidents or surgeries), and strengthen your core, which leads to better posture and a supported spine. Tune in to this episode to discover the reasons why Pilates is a full-body workout that you can do anywhere, the ways in which it supports mind-body connection, and resources that you can utilize to do Pilates at home.
In this show I will go into the history and proven benefits of Pilates, and later will speak to Sonja Herbert, a Pilates instructor, founder of Black Girl Pilates, and co-founder of Melanin Brothers of Pilates.
Put on your favorite workout outfit, grab your water bottle, and learn:
- The key benefits of Pilates that make it a great complimentary exercise
- How Pilates improves your posture and helps achieve optimal health
- The differences between mat exercises and Pilates equipment
- The types of Pilates: classical vs contemporary
- Where to begin if you are new to Pilates
- How often you can do Pilates
- Resources to utilize so you can do Pilates at home
Check out Sonja’s blog:
https://www.commandofitnesscollective.com/
Find Sonja on Instagram: @commandofitnesscollective
And check out her other pages on Instagram: @blackgirlpilates and @melaninbrothersofpilates
Lady, this week we are talking about meditation and yoga and how these powerful practices can help you live a more intentional life by making choices that align with your soul. Tune in to this episode to discover how yoga and meditation can help you navigate difficult times, shift mindset, improve mood and overall health, and promote emotional and physical healing.
In this show I will go into what the research has discovered about practicing meditation and yoga, and later will speak to Faith Hunter, an international yoga and meditation expert who owns Embrace Yoga DC, a yoga teacher training offered to a diverse population, and creator of the Spiritually Fly philosophy.
Grab your yoga mat or meditation pillow, get comfy, and learn:
- The physical and mental benefits of practicing yoga
- How yoga helps detox the organs
- How yoga affects the lymphatic and cardiovascular systems
- The ways in which yoga and meditation help you live more intentionally
- Where to begin if you are new to yoga
- How meditation supports the nervous system and connection to the divine self
- The beliefs around yoga and meditation - and clearing up these beliefs
Check out Faith’s online platform and collective:
www.faithhunter.com
www.embraceom.com
Find Faith on Instagram: @spirituallyfly
Chile, the number of women suffering in silence with a fibroids diagnosis seems to be growing exponentially and should be considered a serious public health issue. This week I am excited to delve deep into the topic of how to heal fibroids naturally, without invasive surgeries or procedures. Tune in to this episode to find out the root cause of fibroid growth, the components needed for a successfully holistic healing regimen, foods that fuel fibroid growth, alternative therapies that can support reduction of fibroids, the importance of re-balancing the bacterial balance of the gut, and ways to support emotional healing and stress reduction which play a role in fibroid growth.
In this show I discuss the documented racial disparity when it comes to fibroid treatments and some foods to exclude from your diet that fuel fibroid growth, and later will speak to Dr. Allan Warshowsky, M.D., F.A.C.O.G., A.B.I.H.M., a board-certified OB-GYN who practices integrative holistic medicine and has been helping women heal naturally from fibroids for over twenty years.
Grab your mama, cousins, aunties, girlfriends, and call up anyone you know who is suffering with hormonal imbalance to learn together:
- Five components of a successful fibroid healing program
- What is the root cause of fibroid growth
- How to design an anti-inflammatory diet that encourages fibroid healing
- The risks of invasive procedures such as myomectomy and hysterectomy
- How progesterone can play in reducing fibroid size
- The importance of gut rebalancing for women with a fibroid diagnosis
- How to use castor oil packs most effectively
- What are the four types of fibroids and the symptoms they cause
- What are xenoestrogens and how they play a role in estrogen dominance
Check out Dr. Allan Warshowsky’s practice:
http://doctorallan.com/
Get his Book: Healing Fibroids Naturally: A Doctor’s Cure on Amazon or wherever books are sold online.
Journal Article Referenced in this Episode:
Eltoukhi, H. M., Modi, M. N., Weston, M., Armstrong, A. Y., & Stewart, E. A. (2014). The health disparities of uterine fibroid tumors for African American women: a public health issue. American journal of obstetrics and gynecology, 210(3), 194–199. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajog.2013.08.008
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3874080/
Sis, this week we are talking about pregnancy and how to prepare for and foster a healthy birthing process from your team, to your diet, to supporting yourself before and after the process. Tune in to this episode which is like a pregnancy masterclass, to find out common nutrition and lifestyle myths about pregnancy, nutrients that are important to monitor for a healthy pregnancy, the benefits of having a doula, how to curate your birthing team, common challenges and misconceptions about breastfeeding, the differences between hospital birthing and birthing at home.
In this show I will go into some nutrients and common myths about pregnancy, and later will speak to Brandi Sellerz, Doula, Founder of #NotSoPrivateParts & Co-Founder of Moms in Color, who can break down some of the common things we may not know about pregnancy.
Grab your #quarantine snacks, call your mommy-to-be friends, and learn together:
- What is a doula and the benefits of having one
- Questions to ask health care providers who may be on your birthing team
- Great books and resources to use to research pregnancy
- What is postpartum anxiety and how to cope after birthing
- Common challenges and misconceptions about breastfeeding
- The differences between hospital birthing with medication, unmedicated birthing, and birthing at home
- The benefits of encapsulating your placenta for your hormones after birthing
- The importance of focusing on healing your body after pregnancy
- Resources that can help you find your doula
Check out Brandi’s online women’s platform and collective:
www.notsoprivateparts.life
https://themomsincolor.com/about
Find Brandi on Instagram: @bstereo
Some of the books that Brandi recommends in the episode:
Nurture: A Modern Guide to Pregnancy, Birth, Early Motherhood—and Trusting Yourself and Your Body by Erica Chidi CohenOwn Your Glow: A Soulful Guide to Luminous Living and Crowning the Queen Within by Latham Thomas
Birth Partner 5th Edition: A Complete Guide to Childbirth for Dads, Partners, Doulas, and All Other Labor Companions by Penny SimkinThe First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother by Penny Simkins
Hey lady hey! This week we are talking about hair: how to maintain it, how to grow it, and some essential hair care tips. There are many reasons why hair loss can happen over time, and in this episode we are going to hone into some diet changes and maintenance tips to help you whip your hair back and forth. Tune in to this episode to find out common myths about hair growth, how to personalize care based on your constitution, ingredients in hair products you should avoid, warning signs that you need to improve your hair care, or rebalance your body to improve your hair health.
In this show I will go into some nutrients that can be key in boosting our hair health, and later will speak to Zeenat Watts, a Trichologist and Licensed Cosmetology Educator, who can break down some of the common reasons our hair and scalp gets damaged.
Grab your wine and popcorn Olivia Pope style, and learn:
- What nutrients play a key role in hair growth
- Diet changes that support hair health
- The most common myths about hair growth
- How often is healthy to wash black hair
- What imbalances dermatitis and dandruff point to
- How to reduce the amount of hair shedding or breakage
- The best way to approach severe scalp damage
- How to approach care for your hair based on your personal constitution
- Ingredients we should avoid in hair care products that can damage our scalp and hair
Check out Zeenat & Esosa’s New Hair Lab:
https://www.revivifyhairlab.com
Find Zee on Instagram: @thehealingstylist @revivifyhairlab
Chile, this week we are delving into a topic that many people do not connect with health, our relationships! Although they may seem unrelated, our partnerships can have a profound effect on our health and well-being long term. Tune in to this episode to find out how your partnership affects your longevity, major keys to choosing the right life partner, how to set healthy boundaries in a relationship and more.
In this show I will go into what the research has discovered about being single, married, and divorced and how it affects our health, and later will speak to Erica St. Bernard, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist to get some wisdom.
Go grab your boo, or your girls if you are single, get comfy, and learn:
- What research says about the effects of healthy and unhealthy partnerships
- How singleness, marriage, and divorce can affect your long term health
- Major keys to choosing the right partner for you
- Red flags to look out for in relationships early on
- Four elements that can destroy relationships
- How to spot emotional abuse and set healthy boundaries within relationship
Check out Erica’s practice:
https://yourlifeswell.com/
Find Erica on Instagram: @yourlifeswell
Lady, if you are truly about living that #Ageless life, you won’t want to miss the wisdom in this episode. This week we continue talking about the power of raw food, and speak to an amazing living example who has eaten raw “sun-fired” foods for 44 years. Tune in to this episode to find out how to eat raw outside of a tropical environment, what are electromagnetic foods, the best timing for meals and do’s and don’t of food combining.
In this show I'm going to give you some background on some practical things we can do to live that #Ageless life, and later we’ll be chatting with our expert Dr. Aris Latham, a world renowned Chef, Sun-Fired Food Scientist and Educator.
Get you a bowl of fresh fruit, get comfy, and learn:
- Some basic principles of proper food combining
- What is the sun-fired food philosophy
- What are electromagnetic foods and how best to incorporate them in a raw food diet
- How to effectively time your meals
- The mindset needed to stick with your chosen healthy lifestyle long term
- Why healthy rituals and routines are essential to achieve longevity
Check out Dr. Aris Latham’s Work:
https://www.sunfired.com/
He also has FREE webinars each Wednesday sign up via his Instagram profile @arislife_
Chile, if you have ever even thought about going on a raw vegan diet, or if you know anyone with a serious chronic condition, this episode is a must listen. Many of us are used to taking a prescription for medication, while neglecting a food prescription. Tune in to this episode to find out how a raw food prescription for as little as 30 days could save your life, or the lives of your loved ones.
In this show I'm going to give you some background on what a raw food diet is, and later we’ll be chatting with our expert Baxter Montgomery, M.D., a Board Certified Cardiologist and Founder of Montgomery Heart and Wellness.
Get your mama, your cousins, and your girls and learn together:
- What benefits you can gain from going on a raw food detox
- How a raw food diet quickly decreases inflammation
- Why a partial raw diet for disease states is not as effective
- How a raw food detox can help break unhelpful food addictions
- Hear some incredible stories of patients recoveries using the power of raw foods
- How raw food can improve cardiac output and decrease resistance of blood flow
Check out Dr. Montgomery’s practice here:
https://montgomeryheart.com/
Online Nutritional Boot Camp Program / 30 Day Raw Food Detox
https://www.online.montgomeryheart.com/
Use code: RAWGIRL at checkout for $100 off
Montgomery Heart & Wellness Philosophy of Medical Care
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At Montgomery Heart & Wellness, we combine state-of-the-art medicine with a comprehensive health and wellness intervention for a more natural approach to treating chronic illnesses like heart disease, diabetes, hypertension and obesity. This unique health and wellness intervention utilizes a novel nutrition plan, specialized metabolic and genomic testing along with other noninvasive therapies to minimize the need for medications or hospital procedures.
The heart and wellness team will monitor your progress to safely and gradually reduce the number of medications you take as your body heals naturally from the inside out. Improve your health and reclaim your life at Montgomery Heart & Wellness.
Hey lady hey, is it me or are you confused about how to boost your immunity? It’s getting real out here in these streets, and this episode I want to give you some actionable things you can do to improve your health and overall immunity now. Tune in to this episode to get insight on some natural antiviral remedies, and a deeper look at the concept of immunity from the ancient Chinese medicine point of view.
In this show I'm going to give you tips about supplements, extracts, and herbal remedies that can stop viral replication at the cell level, and later we’ll be chatting with our expert Elizabeth Carpenter who is a Chinese Medicine Practitioner, Acupuncturist, and Clinical Hypnotherapist who has been in practice for twenty two years.
Grab your #quarantine snacks, and learn:
- What the Chinese medicine perspective on immunity is and how that applies to your efforts to improve your health
- The importance of self-care and mindfulness practices
- How acupuncture functions as a tool for self-healing
- Why creating healthy barriers mind, body, and spirit is important for immunity
- Natural antivirals that work in the body to stop viruses in the same way that antimalarial drugs do with less side effects
To learn more about Elizabeth and her practice visit:
https://www.elizabethcarpenter.com/
To read my recent blog posts that include daily actionable things you can do to protect yourself from coronavirus read here:
Part 1: My Ultimate Coronavirus Survival Plan
http://rawgirltoxicworld.com/2020/02/29/my-ultimate-coronavirus-survival-plan/
Part 2: Daily Wellness Rituals, Effective Natural Antivirals, and Coronavirus Prevention
http://rawgirltoxicworld.com/2020/04/17/daily-wellness-rituals-effective-natural-antivirals-and-coronavirus-prevention/
Related research discussed in episode about hydroxychloroquine, much more research is needed:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4182877/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/32297988
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/32297571
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/32150618
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/32075365/
http://www.koreabiomed.com/news/articleView.html?idxno=7428
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0924857920300996
Chile, are you a sugar addict and feel like you can’t stop? Or do you struggle with emotional eating in response to stress and anxiety? Tune in to this episode to get insight on some actionable things you can do to kick your sugar habit, and get to the root cause of emotional eating.
In this show I'm going to give you a tips about foods and lifestyle interventions that can help you transform your palette and reduce sugar cravings, and later we’ll be chatting with our expert Dr. Ro who is a Nutrition Coach and Media Personality who has served on national television shows such as the Dr. Oz show and the Meredith Viera show.
Get your best cup of tea to sip on, get comfy, and learn:
- How we walk the line between wanting to lose weight and approaching it in a healthy balanced way
- Why sugar is addictive and some diet and lifestyle interventions that can break the addiction
- How emotional trauma can cause a dysfunctional relationship with food
- Tools for getting in touch with your emotions to reduce bingeing
- Why finding substitutions can help you reduce sugar consumption
- How to navigate diet and fat free foods and read labels in a way that allows you to make healthy choices
Download my FREE list of refined sugar alternatives here:
https://bit.ly/beatsugarcravings
Check out Dr. Ro's Book: Loose Your Final 15 here:
https://everythingro.com/product/lose-your-final-15-book/
Sis, are you on top of your oral care? Tune in to this episode to get insight on some actionable things you can do to improve your oral care routine and prevent disease by taking care of your teeth.
In this show I'm going to give you tips about the mouth microbiome and how disease and oral care are connected, and later we’ll be chatting with our expert Holistic Dentist Dr. Terry Victor who founded the Eco-Friendly Dental practice, The DC Dentist.
Brush your teeth and floss if you haven’t yet today, get comfy, and learn:
- What is the mouth microbiome and how an imbalance with it can cause disease
- What is the difference between holistic dentistry and traditional dentistry
- The foods we should be avoiding to improve our oral health
- How oil pulling can be beneficial for whitening the teeth and improving gum health
- Dangers of mercury fillings and alternatives you can ask for
- Ingredients to avoid in toothpaste and mouthwashes
- The connection between longevity and the number of teeth we have
To check out Dr. Terry’s practice visit: http://thedcdentist.com/
Girl, do you feel like there are cycles repeating in your personal life over and over? Or are you someone who feels like whenever you try to make a change in specific areas of your life you self-sabotage or hit a roadblock? Tune in to this episode to get insight on how your subconscious programming may be preventing you from getting the live, love, career, and health you desire.
In this show I'm going to give you a few tips about how daily mindfulness can help you rewire your subconscious mind and increase longevity, and later we’ll be chatting with our expert Bianca DeGroat who is a a Los Angeles-based Clinical Hypnotherapist, Advanced Rapid Transformation Therapy Practitioner, and Past-Life Regression Therapist who is in the business of clearing blocks and improving lives.
Grab a girlfriend to join in on the conversation, because we are spilling all the tea! You will learn:
- How becoming aware of your subconscious programming and deep rooted beliefs can get you the life, career, and health you desire
- What is hypnotherapy and how it can be leveraged to break addictive behaviors
- The power of releasing attachment from traumatic events to spark healing
- What is Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) and how it differs from traditional therapy
- Rules of the mind and how beliefs can cause health conditions
- The power of meditation and mindfulness to rewire your subconscious mind and increase longevity
Chile, do you have a hissy fit if you can’t get your cheese or dairy fix? Or are you someone who already knows you are lactose intolerant but still consume dairy? Tune in to this episode to get the real deal on dairy, how it may be harming you, and why you may need to take precautions.
In this show I'm going to give you a few simple tips about how keeping dairy in your diet may be aging you, and later we’ll be chatting with our expert Milton Mills, M.D. who is a critical care physician and plant-based nutrition advocate who you may have seen on the hit documentary “What the Health,” or in a viral video advocating for amendments to the upcoming revision of the US Dietary guidelines.
Get your #quarantine snacks ready, get comfy, and learn:
- Why dairy is addictive and can be really hard to stop eating
- The diseases that dairy can cause after long term consumption
- Is dairy needed in order to get adequate vitamin D3 and calcium
- The difference between animal milk vs. human milk
- How dairy can affect your hormonal balance and lead to disease
- Why consuming dairy causes accelerated aging
- Racial bias in US Dietary Guidelines why it exists and how you can get involved
Sis, are you a plant eater or are you interested in transitioning to a plant based diet? Even if you don't find time to each your fruits and vegetables daily, this episode has something for you.
In this show I'm going to give you a few simple tips about why a plant-based diet can help you keep it right and tight well into your golden years, and later we’ll be chatting with our expert Neal Barnard, MD who is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Medicine at the George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C., and President of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine.
Grab your organic wine & popcorn Olivia Pope style and learn:
- How a plant-based diet contributes to living that #Ageless life
- The dangers and limitations of keto and low carb diets
- What is the MTOR Pathway and what role it plays in longevity
- Is supplementation necessary and the key nutrients to add to your arsenal
- The major food groups to focus in on on a plant-based diet
- What is autophagy and some practices that activate it
- The benefits of a low fat vegan diet for chronic disease and weight loss
- Disease and food supply trends we should be concerned about