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Optimize Paleo by Paleovalley

Take control of your health by moving beyond the Paleo template and learning about cutting edge health strategies that really work. This podcast will give you tips and tricks from the mouths of experts and common folk alike who discovered exactly what it takes to THRIVE. Join Chas and Autumn Smith, loving and passionate husband and wife and founders of Paleovalley.com as they guide you on the journey to cultivate vibrant health and wellness.
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Dec 23, 2020

Jumping from diet to diet, pill to pill and/or protocol to protocol without relief can be exhausting. 

It’s a cycle many people (maybe even you) are trapped in today.

But the truth is - in order to feel vibrant long term (which is your birthright), you need to identify the root cause(s) of YOUR suffering. 

For example, breakouts can be caused by MANY things such as...

  • Food allergies/intolerances
  • Blood sugar/insulin imbalances
  • Nutrient deficiencies
  • Stress
  • Hormonal dysfunction
  • Gut issues
  • Poor hygiene
  • And more

My cystic breakouts were tied to a garlic intolerance (of all things) which is why all of the other remedies I tried for YEARS (candida cleanse, lotions, microdermabrasion, face creams, etc.) didn’t help.  

And why the paleo diet wasn’t enough for me to heal my skin.

In other words, different people with the same symptom may need different interventions AND sometimes lab testing can be invaluable for identifying your root issues. 

It was this realization that brought me to Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN). FDN is a training system that uses data-driven protocols and functional lab testing to help people identify the root cause (or causes) of their suffering. 

It teaches people to identify their contributors to “metabolic chaos” AND how to systematically cultivate health. 

I took this course nearly 2 years ago and it changed my life and the way I work with clients. 

So if you’re someone who would love to learn what it takes to get to the root cause of your health issues OR someone who would love to learn how to take their wellness practice to the next level, please tune in to today’s podcast with the founder of FDN (and expert in functional lab testing), Reed Davis. 

Here are a few of the gems you’ll learn about...

  • Why some of us get sick and others don’t
  • 10 reasons people get “sicker quicker”
  • Why parasites and candida are not always the root issue
  • The most common types of gut bugs
  • The one belief I wish everyone had on their healing journey
  • What vitalism is - and why it’s so important
  • The difference between not having symptoms and health
  • The Wellness Meter (and why you should know about it!)
  • The benefits of gut bugs
  • One of the biggest contributors to gut issues
  • The difference between common and normal symptoms
  • Reed’s favorite recommendations for gut testing
  • The worst foods for gut health
  • Reed’s favorite food sensitivity test
  • 3 steps to improve gut health
  • How to become a health detective
  • And so much more!

The knowledge I gained from FDN was so empowering and helpful for me and all of my clients and I sincerely hope you love this interview as much as I did.

 

Valuable Resources: 

Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Training
>>> Click HERE to learn how to join the FDN Certification Course & Community

Dec 10, 2020

Food quality is paramount, but it might surprise you to know WHEN you eat may be just as important. Why?

Because light exposure profoundly impacts metabolism. 

Meaning, there IS a time of day we can get away with a cheat meal and a time when even a healthy meal may not be doing our health any favors. 

Tune into this week’s podcast with photobiology expert and founder of Ra Optics, Matt Maruca, to learn all about simple ways you can use light exposure to optimize (or negatively impact) your health. Here are a few of the fun facts you’re in for...

  • The best time of day for a cheat meal
  • A simple morning habit for healthier hormones
  • Why light exposure may be as important as food quality
  • The most important body part we need to expose to light
  • The link between fish and light exposure (this is truly fascinating!)
  • How to prevent a sunburn without sunblock
  • Why you should ditch your sunglasses
  • Why krill oil is different than fish oil
  • The effect of sex on epigenetics
  • The KEY to a long, happy life (hint: it’s not genetics)
  • The common daily habit that damages your mitochondria (and why it matters)
  • The mitochondria-healing hormone (and how to boost levels)
  • And so much more!

Tune in and share this podcast with anyone you know who might benefit. 

Thanks for listening, friends!

 

Valuable Resources: 

Ra Optics - The Most Effective Blue Light Blocking Glasses on the Market!
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Nov 24, 2020

Many women suffer from hormonal imbalance that can lead to sudden and inexplicable weight gain in their late 30’s and/or early 40’s. 

And while it may seem hopeless, according to triple board certified physician, author and hormone expert, Dr. Anna Cabeca, the weight gain that occurs during perimenopause and menopause is not unavoidable. 

In fact, there are many simple research-backed strategies you can begin using TODAY to improve your hormonal health from the comfort of your own home. 

(Strategies she has used to help her patients lose an average of 9 pounds in 16 days!)

I know it sounds too good to be true, but it’s not so tune in now for all the juicy details. 

Here are some of the other fascinating topics we delve into…

  • The link between carbohydrates and healthy hormones
  • The ideal time to stop eating every night
  • How to identify your perfect macros
  • How to lose 9 pounds in 16 days 
  • How many hours women should fast each day
  • The daily habit women over 40 need to break
  • The most powerful hormone in our body (this will surprise you)
  • A quarantine-friendly daily habit that improves hormone health 
  • The link between ketosis and thyroid health
  • The simple marker you can track at home for better overall health
  • Why your blood ph matters for hormonal health (and whether you can change it)
  • A simple daily strategy to lower your risk for breast cancer
  • The 4 labs she recommends tracking every year
  • How to use feast/famine cycling for hormonal health
  • The best time to drink wine
  • Dr. Ana’s favorite supplements
  • The family-friendly evening ritual that optimizes hormones
  • And so much more!

This was a super insightful conversation so please SHARE with anyone and everyone you know and love!

Thank you for listening, friends! 

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

Making Keto Work for Women over 40
>>> Get Dr. Anna Cabeca’s FREE eBook HERE!

Support Hormonal Health with Essential C Complex
>>> Try the most potent whole-food vitamin C supplement 100% Risk-Free HERE!

Check out Dr. Anna Cabeca’s Previous Optimize Paleo Interview Here
>>> https://paleovalley.com/podcast/ep154-the-hormone-fix-with-dr.-anna-cabeca

Nov 12, 2020

Did you know experts estimate we’re exposed to THOUSANDS of toxins each day. 

That’s why healthy detoxification is central to vibrant health.  And if we don’t detox, or fail to detox properly, it can result in health issues like fatigue, blood sugar dysregulation, digestive issues, sleep disturbance and much more! 

Which is why I invited detox expert and #1 bestselling author of Limitless Energy: How to Detox Toxic Metals to End Exhaustion and Chronic Fatigue, Wendy Myers, on the podcast this week to discuss the truth about heavy metals and simple ways to detox every single day! 

We talk all about...

  • The top detox food on the planet
  • Signs that you are not detoxing well 
  • The detox supplement that fights fatigue
  • The main mistake most people make when they detox
  • The link between heavy metals and fatigue, hormones and blood sugar issues
  • Why candida can be a result of heavy metal issues
  • The 3 heavy metal that everyone has in their body (and how to get rid of them)
  • The 4 basics of a detox protocol
  • The 3 tests she recommends to detect heavy metals
  • Her basic detox supplemental strategy
  • 2 surprising causes of frequent urination
  • The ‘right” type of water

And so much more!

I hope you feel as empowered by this conversation as I did - Please tag someone you love who would benefit from this powerful information!


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Oct 30, 2020

I think pretty much everyone today is aware that vitamin D is critical for immune (and overall) health. In fact, vitamin D deficiency has been linked to an increased risk of health issues like:

  • Heart attack
  • Cancer
  • Diabetes
  • Asthma
  • Autoimmune disease

Unfortunately, MANY people today are vitamin D deficient and don’t know it. 

Not to mention the fact that vitamin D supplements are not always enough.

Which is exactly why I invited Cort Christie (CEO and owner of Sperti Sunlamps) to talk all about the benefits of vitamin D and how to safely improve your levels in the comfort of your own home! 

Cort has been in the therapeutic light space for over a decade and has partnered with experts like Dr. Holick (author of the Vitamin D Solution) to create the only FDA-approved at-home sun lamp that has been empirically shown to significantly raise vitamin D levels in only minutes a day!

We have been using it in our home, and LOVING it! (even with my 5 year old son, Maverick!)

There is no more important time to mind your vitamin D status than today, so tune in now to learn all about the importance of vitamin D and what you can do to improve your vitamin D levels now!

 Here are some of the fun facts you’ll learn...

  • Why vitamin D is critical for immune health
  • Why vitamin D supplements are not always enough (and what to do about it!)
  • How to test your vitamin D levels at home
  • The link between vitamin D deficiency and skin issues
  • The common skin product that can interfere with vitamin D production
  • The best resource for information on vitamin D deficiency
  • The level of vitamin D you want to stay above
  • Why so many of us are vitamin D deficient and undiagnosed
  • Who is most at risk for vitamin D deficiency
  • Why light can positively impact your mood (and serotonin levels)
  • The difference between tanning lights and vitamin D lamps
  • How to use a vitamin D lamp with your kids
  • And so much more!

Please share this podcast with everyone you know who would benefit from this important information! And don’t forget to listen to the end to learn about the special deal Cort is offering our audience!

Stay well!

Valuable Resources: 

Learn more about Sperti Vitamin D Sunlamp HERE!
Get 10% OFF with Sperti discount code: PaleoPodcast10

Learn more about Paleovalley Grass Fed Organ Complex HERE!
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Oct 15, 2020

Going gluten-free is all the rage these days for good reason.

But, it’s not always easy. 

So if you’ve ever struggled with questions like...

  • How do I really know if gluten is a problem for me?
  • How does gluten impact my gut and immune system?
  • What are the most common hidden sources of gluten?
  • Is going gluten free enough to heal my health issues?
  • How do I get my family on board? 

Please stop what you are doing and tune in to today’s podcast with gluten expert and creator of the Gluten Gauntlet System, Whitney Morgan! Whitney is one of my mentors, one of the most knowledgeable and discerning functional practitioners I’ve met and we take a deep dive into all things gluten and food sensitivity testing. 

Here are some of the highlights...

  • Her 3 favorite food sensitivity tests 
  • Common signs and symptoms you are sensitive to gluten
  • The #1 obstacle to going gluten-free (and how to overcome it)
  • The difference between wheat sensitivity and gluten sensitivity
  • 2 surprising sources of gluten 
  • Why gluten sensitive folks should avoid communal coffee grinders
  • 5 common foods your body may mistake for gluten
  • And so much more!

She also shares a gift at the end of our chat that will make every gluten-free warrior’s life MUCH easier!! I hope you love this chat as much as I did and please don’t forget to share this interview with anyone you know who is thinking of going gluten-free! 

Valuable Resources: 

Learn more about the Gluten Gauntlet Mini-Course HERE!
Save $50 with Discount Code: paleovalley50

Support your body’s ability to process gluten with Essential C Complex HERE!
Try the most potent whole-food vitamin C 100% Risk-Free today.

 

Oct 1, 2020

Today people are waking up to the fact that many diseases begin in the gut. 

And while changing the foods we eat, the water we drink and taking supplements can make a world of difference for some people, it’s just not enough for everyone. 

Which is why today I want to share the fascinating work of Dr. Jason Klop regarding a breakthrough gut-healing therapy called Fecal Microbiota Transplant, or FMT. 

(And YES, it does involve what you think it does...)

Now FMT is clearly not for everyone, but recent research and clinical experience has shown it can be INCREDIBLY beneficial for certain populations like…

  • Autism
  • C. Difficile
  • IBS
  • SIBO
  • Crohn’s Disease
  • Neurological Conditions such as Parkinson’s

In fact, research out of Arizona State University revealed that those with autism who received FMT experienced an 80% reduction in digestive symptoms and a 40% reduction in autism-related symptoms like hyperactivity, sleep issues and cognition. 

Pretty impressive, right?

And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Tune in now to hear more about the incredible benefits of FMT and several other unique gut-healing strategies with Dr. Klop. Here are some of my favorite takeaways...

  • His 3 simple steps for better gut health
  • Why he doesn’t always avoid gluten
  • Why he had to delete his social media accounts
  • The true cause of food sensitivities
  • The #1 assault on our gut health 
  • Why eating 100 different foods a week is an important health strategy
  • Where he believes 100% of SIBO begins
  • Why grass fed dairy can be beneficial 
  • The #1 mistake when it comes to FMT
  • The biggest risk with FMT
  • How to know if you’re a good candidate for FMT
  • Whether FMT help with autoimmune conditions
  • And much more

And don't forget to share this conversation with everyone you think it might benefit! 

*Disclaimer: This treatment is not available to Canadians at this time.

Valuable Resources: 

Learn More About FMT Solution HERE!

Supporting children and families affected by autism with medically supervised fecal microbiota transplants around the world.

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Sep 17, 2020

Many of us suffer from symptoms and mental health struggles we can’t explain. 

  • We feel anxious.
  • We self-sabotage.
  • We experience depression.
  • We have illogical fears.
  • And despite our best efforts to lead a healthy lifestyle, something still feels “off.”

According to new research, this may be due to inherited family trauma. 

In fact, recent research has revealed we can inherit trauma (just like we do our hair or eye color) that can cause measurable changes in our DNA for several generations. 

Which means you may be feeling or behaving in a certain way, because your parents or grandparents experienced a traumatic event rather than because there is something wrong with YOU.

If this idea is as liberating and fascinating for you as it was for me, please tune in to this week’s podcast with award winning author of It Didn’t Start with You, Mark Wolynn! 

We discuss the science behind inherited family trauma, how to identify it and (most importantly) what you can do today to overcome it. 

The stories he shares will literally make your hair stand on end and I sincerely hope you love this conversation as much as I did. 

Don’t forget to share this conversation with anyone you think it might benefit!

 

Valuable Resources:

It Didn't Start with You: How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle by Mark Wolynn
>>> Get the book HERE!

Support Mental Health and Brain Function with NeuroEffect
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Sep 3, 2020

Anxiety. Resentment. Sadness. Overwhelm. 

Feelings so many of us are experiencing right now. 

And feelings that can negatively impact our health if left unaddressed.

Fortunately, there is a SIMPLE research-backed way to work through negative emotions and shift your body into relaxation mode in under 5 minutes. 

It’s called tapping, or the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT).  

EFT has been empirically shown to reduce cortisol (stress hormone) levels more than talk therapy AND reduce cravings for foods like chocolate.  

So if you’re feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, sad, and want to learn about a simple way to feel more relaxed anytime, anywhere, please check out today’s podcast with co-owner of The Tapping Solution, Alex Ortner. 

Here are some of the things you’ll learn:

  • What is EFT?
  • How to consciously shift from the stress response to relaxation response (and why it matters)
  • How to access your full brain to make your best decisions
  • Why tapping can rewire the brain and reduce cravings
    HOW to tap
  • A fun way to teach kids to tap
  • And so much more!

Learning to relax is one of the most important things we can do for our health! I hope this conversation inspires you to make it part of your daily routine...

Don't forget to share it with anyone you think may benefit!

Valuable Resources:

Download Your FREE Tapping Meditation HERE!
A guided tapping Meditation to support you in befriending your body while releasing stress and anxiety.

Get Your FREE Tapping for Weight Loss & Body Confidence eBook HERE!
Discover exactly what disempowering beliefs are holding you back from having the body and the confidence you deserve. And how to eliminate them in minutes.

Attend the FREE Tapping for Weight Loss Webinar HERE!
Learn why most people struggle to lose weight and how you can use EFT Tapping Today to finally lose weight faster than you ever thought possible.

Support Mental Health and Brain Function with NeuroEffect HERE!
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Aug 20, 2020

By now you've likely heard that enzymes can improve digestion.

It may surprise you, though, to know that enzymes can support optimal health in MANY empirically documented ways.

Certain enzymes support healthy levels of inflammation.

Others have been shown to reduce blood sugar and triglycerides. 

There are even enzymes that can support immune function.

BUT, not all enzymes are created equally.

Some support health beautifully, while others can actually detract from it. 

Tune in to today's fascinating podcast with health engineer and creator of HealthyGut.com, Steven Wright, to learn about how to tell the difference. 

You’ll also learn why enzymes are one of the most powerful and often overlooked health strategies, how to identify high quality versions and where to try some of my favorites on the market! 

Here are some highlights from our chat:

  • A simple, super cheap supplement for a healthier brain, bigger muscles and better sleep
  • Why enzymes are critical for optimal health\
  • The difference between systemic and digestive enzymes
  • Signs that you have low levels of enzymes
  • The enzymes that may help lower your blood sugar and triglycerides
  • Why certain enzymes can deplete your minerals (and why that matters)
  • Steve’s favorite anxiety hack
  • What brush border enzymes are - and why they are SUPER important
  • 2 things you should know before buying enzymes

And much more!

Don't forget to share this with your friends who may benefit from this awesome information.

 

Valuable Resources:

HoloZyme - The World’s Most Activated Enzymes Reduce gut related complaints including gas, bloating, loose stools, undigested food, tummy pain, and cramping with this research backed supplement.

Maverick Healing Library - Learn More HERE!
This “Hushed Up Library” is packed with the most CRITICAL treatments Renegades are using on the front lines of medicine right now.

HealthyGut.com
Follow Steve’s work and stay up to date on cutting edge gut health research, protocols, and proven products.

 

Aug 6, 2020

Imagine being a world champion skier, growing all of your own food and then being diagnosed with terminal malignant BRAIN CANCER and given 6 months to live.

That’s what happened to today’s podcast guest, oncology nutrition expert, Alison Gannett. 

Fortunately, today (7 years later) she is healthy and teaching others how to conquer and prevent cancer using targeted diet and lifestyle strategies. 

Cancer takes over 600,000 American lives each year and approximately 1 in 3 Americans will develop cancer. 

It seems to touch all of us in some way. 

So do yourself a favor and listen in for Alison’s incredible story, the steps she took to conquer cancer and steps you can take to possibly prevent cancer. Here are some of the fascinating topics we cover:

  • How many hours a day she fasts (and the specific changes she sees in her labs)
  • Why her vitamin C was poisoning her
  • The common food that can drive cancer growth
  • 3 simple steps that may prevent cancer
  • The personality type associated with cancer
  • Why the carnivore diet scares her
  • The 3 main factors she thinks led to her cancer diagnosis
  • The “healthy” dietary strategy she believes caused her cancer
  • How to know if you need less protein
  • The 5 minute daily practice that has helped her heal
  • Why she doesn’t drink smoothies
  • The paleo-approved flour that can be high in carbs
  • Why keto can work for cancer
  • The % of cancer cases negatively impacted by excess carbs (this will shock you!)
  • Her favorite keto-approved sweetener
  • The link between over exercise and cancer
  • Why muscle soreness is not always a good thing
  • Why training for a marathon isn’t always healthy
  • The 5 labs to track to prevent cancer
  • And so much more!

Please SHARE this podcast with everyone you think may benefit!

 

Valuable Resources:

Learn More About Alison’s Cancer Program HERE!

Get up to 24% OFF Keto-Friendly Grass Fed Beef Sticks HERE!

Aug 6, 2020

Imagine being a world champion skier, growing all of your own food and then being diagnosed with terminal malignant BRAIN CANCER and given 6 months to live.

That’s what happened to today’s podcast guest, oncology nutrition expert, Alison Gannett. 

Fortunately, today (7 years later) she is healthy and teaching others how to conquer and prevent cancer using targeted diet and lifestyle strategies. 

Cancer takes over 600,000 American lives each year and approximately 1 in 3 Americans will develop cancer. 

It seems to touch all of us in some way. 

So do yourself a favor and listen in for Alison’s incredible story, the steps she took to conquer cancer and steps you can take to possibly prevent cancer. Here are some of the fascinating topics we cover:

  • How many hours a day she fasts (and the specific changes she sees in her labs)
  • Why her vitamin C was poisoning her
  • The common food that can drive cancer growth
  • 3 simple steps that may prevent cancer
  • The personality type associated with cancer
  • Why the carnivore diet scares her
  • The 3 main factors she thinks led to her cancer diagnosis
  • The “healthy” dietary strategy she believes caused her cancer
  • How to know if you need less protein
  • The 5 minute daily practice that has helped her heal
  • Why she doesn’t drink smoothies
  • The paleo-approved flour that can be high in carbs
  • Why keto can work for cancer
  • The % of cancer cases negatively impacted by excess carbs (this will shock you!)
  • Her favorite keto-approved sweetener
  • The link between over exercise and cancer
  • Why muscle soreness is not always a good thing
  • Why training for a marathon isn’t always healthy
  • The 5 labs to track to prevent cancer
  • And so much more!

Please SHARE this podcast with everyone you think may benefit!

 

Valuable Resources:

Learn More About Alison’s Cancer Program HERE!

Get up to 24% OFF Keto-Friendly Grass Fed Beef Sticks HERE!

Jul 16, 2020

Many people today struggle with symptoms of hormonal imbalance like:

  • Weight Gain
  • Fatigue
  • Irritability
  • Constipation
  • Acne
  • Puffy skin
  • PMS
  • Anxiety
  • Irregular periods

Fortunately, there are many super simple ways to NATURALLY balance hormones and make your cycle work for you. 

(It’s true...your period doesn’t have to be miserable).

Tune in to today’s juicy discussion with Dr. Alex Golden, one of the smartest (and most wonderful) hormone experts I’ve ever had the privilege of working with, for all the awesome details! 

Here are some of my favorite takeaways...

  • The 2 strategies she’s using to keep her immune system strong while working in the ICU…
  • A morning cocktail for inflammation reduction, blood sugar balance and healthy hormones…
  • The essential oils she uses to break up congestion...
  • The 4 phases of your cycle and how to take advantage of each one...
  • A simple way to track ovulation at home (and why ovulation it SO important)...
  • What feeling anxious can tell you about your hormones...
  • A simple daily elixir for hormonal harmony...
  • Her "pain to purpose" story...
  • And much more!

Thanks for watching, friends!

Don't forget to SHARE this podcast with anyone who may benefit from this incredible conversation. 

 

Valuable Resources:

Learn More About the Zestier Program HERE!
Discover how to work with your cycle to experience less anxiety and stop PMS.

Learn More About the Healthy Hormones Program HERE!
Get hormone help for high achieving women.

Support Hormonal Health with Essential C Complex HERE!
Try the most potent whole-food vitamin C 100% Risk-Free today.

Jul 9, 2020

 

Dinner time with kids can be overwhelming. 

Many kids only want to eat the white diet (bread, sugar, processed foods) and resist our valiant attempts to increase dietary diversity. 

This pattern is not only stressful for the entire family, but can also lead to gut dysfunction that leaves our more children vulnerable to a number of health issues. 

Which is exactly why I am thrilled to introduce you to Elissa Arnheim the creator of the Healthy Gut Happy Child Program. After her son’s cancer diagnosis, Elissa went on a mission to learn what it took to cultivate gut health in our littles. 

The best part? 

Along the way, she learned many simple strategies that make gut health fun for kids. (Including a trick that actually makes eating fermented foods fun!) 

So if you’re ready to kiss picky eating goodbye and learn how to get your kids to eat fermented foods willingly, tune in now!

Here’s what you’ll learn: 

  • The main causes of picky eating in our kids
  • 3 Ways to overcome picky eating (even for the pickiest kids!)
  • When dessert for breakfast is acceptable (and encouraged)
  • The 2 most problematic foods for kids
  • Food fear (and what to do about it!)
  • 3 wonderful ways to help our children relax
  • A simple kid-friendly way to release trauma in the body
  • How to do an elimination diet for your kids
  • My favorite brand of sugar-free ice cream
  • The food that makes some kids act like a wild animal
  • One of the biggest (yet often unrecognized) problems with sugar
  • The link between sugar and crankiness
  • The weekly event that helps us keep sugar out of the home (without the fight)
  • The super fun way to get your kids to eat fermented foods
  • How fermented foods transform gut health
  • The benefits of dance and movement for our little ones
  • And so much more!

Moms. Dads. Caregivers. This is not the podcast to miss! 

So tune in now, I sincerely think this will be as helpful for you as it has been for our family.

 

Valuable Resources:

Healthy Gut Happy Child
Simple tools and support for families with picky eaters.

Freedom From Picky Eating Course
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Paleovalley Superfood Bars
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Jun 25, 2020

The quality of our romantic relationships can literally shape the course of our health for better or worse. 

Positive relationships can lead to better pain control, less anxiety, fewer doctor’s visits and maybe even a longer life.  

On the flip side, relationships with high levels of conflict are associated with higher blood sugar levels, elevated blood pressure and an increased risk of obesity. 

Which is why I am THRILLED to share one of my favorite relationship experts in the world, Monica Berg. 

Monica Berg is a dear friend, one of the wisest women I know and the author of Rethink Love: 3 Steps for Being the One, Attracting the One and Becoming One. 

This podcast is FULL of surprising and practical strategies you can use today to improve the quality of your relationship AND your health dramatically. Here’s what you’ll learn...

  • The one thing we all need to do more of to stay young (and in love)
  • Why your partner actually pushes your buttons
  • How much you really need to disclose in a relationship
  • The simple antidote for nitpicking your partner
  • Why there is no such thing as a stable marriage
  • One critical step for a successful marriage
  • How the stories in your head hinder healthy relationships
  • Why shame and guilt can destroy relationships (and how to change it!)
  • The difference between self care and self interest
  • Why your partner shouldn’t be responsible for validating you
  • The difference between feedback and validation
  • Why you should create a credo
  • The one list you should make in the morning to set yourself up for success
  • How to help our children work through their emotions successfully
  • And so much more!

Please share this important podcast with everyone you think it may benefit! Many of us are spending more time than ever with those we love - and this information could make sure your relationships are working for your health - rather than against it. 

I sincerely hope it’s as helpful for you as it was for me! 

 

Valuable Resources:

Check Monica’s Book: Rethink Love: 3 Steps to Being the One, Attracting the One, and Becoming One

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Jun 12, 2020

Today I want to introduce you to one the most effective herbal supplements I’ve ever found for immune system support, gut healing, microbiome balance and overall wellness.

In fact, this product has been around for more than 30 years and Great Smoky Laboratories has called it “one of the most powerful formulas” they have ever tested.   

- I use it when I travel.
- I use it when I feel run down.
- Or when I want to prevent getting sick.

I also use it in gut-healing protocol for my clients.

And the results are truly impressive!

So if you want to learn about a research-backed strategy to support a healthy immune response and balance your microbiome, check out this fascinating chat with Sara Treffert, Clinical Consultant for Bio-Botanical Research. 

Here are just a few topics we cover:

  • A simple strategy to help you eat less
  • How to kill bad gut bacteria (and protect the good ones!)
  • The film hiding in your gut that could prevent healing (and how to get rid of it!)
  • What SIgA is and why it’s essential for your immune system (and how to bolster your levels)
  • The thing everyone with SIBO needs to do
  • An herbal remedy for constipation
  • The link between oral health and gut health
  • How to naturally prevent cavities
  • Why you need to replace your toothbrush regularly
  • The link between candida and your teeth
  • The surprising number of pathogens in your mouth
  • Hope for people with Lyme disease
  • The benefits of liposomes
  • The supplement that helps you detox your gut
  • The probiotic that can help with allergies (and inflammation reduction)
  • The one step you can take today for a stronger immune system (without the fuss)!

And much more!

Please share this important information so we can all feel our best!

 

Valuable Resources:

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Jun 4, 2020

I don’t know anyone today who isn’t feeling a little anxious. 

And experts predict the mental health crisis will get much worse given our current pandemic. 

Which is why I couldn't be more excited to share one of the most brilliant neuroscientists and psychiatrists I have ever met, Dr. Rabin. In this week’s podcast we talk all about the limitations of our current mental health treatments and breakthrough (and researched-backed) strategies for overcoming anxiety and other mental health issues. 

As someone who is constantly searching for natural solutions for anxiety - this has been one of the most impactful podcasts I’ve ever recorded. 

Here are some of the awesome topics we dive into:

  • The shocking truth about most mental health medicines
  • His brain-boosting daily smoothie recipe
  • Little known and incredibly effective psychiatric medicines
  • The benefits of medicinal mushrooms (and his favorite brands)
  • The 2 things he’s doing everyday for a healthy immune system
  • Why he doesn’t like the word anxiety
  • How to get the powerful brain benefits of meditating (even if you don’t meditate)
  • A simple strategy for helping your kids feel calmer
  • What resilience is and why it matters
  • The question you must ask yourself to build resilience
  • A DIY way to measure how your body handles stress
  • The “ideal” range for heart rate variability
  • The best ways to measure heart rate variability
  • Why feeling SAFE is central to vibrant health
  • Three tools (you can use everyday) to shut down your fear response
  • The breakthrough wearable technology that can improve feelings of safety, reduce anxiety and improve overall health
  • What FLOW is and how you can measure it
  • What the default mode network is - and how we can turn it off
  • 2 psychiatric medicines with “breakthrough” status
  • And so much more!

I sincerely hope this podcast is as enlightening for you as it was for me!

 

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May 29, 2020

If you want to learn about 12 steps you can take today to build a resilient immune system - tune in to this week’s INCREDIBLE podcast with best selling author and immune expert, Dr. Tom O’Bryan. 

Here are some of the fascinating facts we chat about:

  • The little known cause of brain issues (and the simple fix)!
  • Factors that make you vulnerable to viruses
  • How to know if you have a strong immune system
  • The mainstream medical procedure that killed over 80% of the people using it
  • The most common causes of a weakened immune system
  • The food that gives people leaky gut every time they consume it
  • The commonly used substance that triggers your immune system
    The toxin that kills brain cells
    The bedroom toxin that triggers your immune system
    The question you must ask yourself to build a stronger immune system
    The simple natural home addition that improves air quality 
    The best food sensitivity (and leaky gut) test on the market 
    Why many people don’t get enough prebiotics
    The 5 step process for a healthier microbiome (and immune system)
    The simple recipe that improves gut health dramatically
    The nutrient that stops viral shedding
    What an ionophore is and why you need to know about it 
    Why the right type of tonic water may improve immune function
    The best type of vitamin C
    How much vitamin C Dr. O’Bryan takes every day
    How to check your vitamin D status (and why it matters)
    How to prevent a cytokine storm
    And so much more!

There is almost nothing more important than a healthy immune system today so please share this important information with anyone and everyone you love! 

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

Download your FREE Home Detox Guide from Dr. Tom HERE!

Check out Dr. Tom’s Books HERE!

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May 22, 2020

We’ve all been hearing a lot about taking vitamin C, vitamin D and zinc. 

But what if I told you that there is another, often overlooked, mineral that is CRITICAL for immune function? And that many of the things we’ve been told to do on a daily basis can interfere with its function?

Hopefully you’d tune into this week’s fascinating podcast with mineral expert and founder of the Root Cause Protocol, Morley Robbins to learn more! 

This will be the fourth time we’ve had Morley on the show because he consistently delivers evidence-based, often overlooked nuggets of nutritional wisdom that can help us all lead healthier lives. So tune in now to learn all about...

  • The often-missed mineral that is CRITICAL for immune function
  • Why attacking the virus is not enough
  • The critical role of mitochondria in our immune system 
  • The 2 ingredient tonic you can drink daily to support immune health
  • The populations most at risk for covid-19 (and the common thread between them) 
  • The misunderstood relationship between copper and iron
  • The 2 most important things we’ve learned from covid-19
  • The Pasteur vs. Bechamp view and why you need to know about it
  • The mineral that shuts down the immune system
  • Why we REALLY feel more tired as we age
  • The best type of vitamin C for daily immune support
  • The type of vitamin C being used in hospitals to treat covid 19
  • Why high dose vitamin C is effective for covid 19
  • The common result of high dose zinc, high dose vitamin D and high dose vitamin C
  • The mineral that pathogens love 
  • The condition linked to pretty much every modern day disease
  • Why copper toxicity is often misunderstood 
  • Two practical steps you can take to restore mineral balance (and immune health) 
  • The 3 supplements Morley recommends to keep your immune system strong
  • The food that has been shown to cure anemia 
  • And so much more!

This interview has so many fascinating tidbits and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! Don't forget to share this episode with anyone you think it could benefit. 

I am on a mission to help people feel empowered (rather than scared) around their health and I sincerely appreciate all of your help!

 

Resources We Mention:

Get the FREE Root Cause Protocol Instruction Manual HERE!

Get Up to 21% OFF Paleovalley Essential C Complex HERE!

May 14, 2020

Insulin resistance (IR) is a silent disease affecting MILLIONS of people worldwide most of whom don’t even know they have it. It’s linked to diseases and disorders like…

-Type 2 diabetes
-Obesity
-High blood pressure
-Heart disease
-Certain cancers (prostate and breast)
-PCOS
-Alzheimer’s

Insulin resistance can also cause immune dysfunction. 

The problem is, even when you go to the doctor, this condition is often missed. 

Fortunately, there are super simple steps you can take today to reverse this condition and improve your health dramatically. 

(This is literally the ONE thing I wish everyone understood - because you really do have the power to change this!:)

This fantastic podcast with metabolic expert, Dr. Benjamin Bikman (a professor at BYU), takes a deep dive into the signs and symptoms of insulin resistance, and most importantly, the simple steps you can take today to decrease your risk or reverse this condition.

Here are some of the topics we cover...

Why IR is often misdiagnosed
How to know if you have IR
The link between IR and immune dysfunction
The link between high blood pressure and IR
Whether being overweight means you are IR
The food that creates an unhealthy type of fat (most Americans are consuming this!)
How we should actually be diagnosing IR (in Dr. Bikman’s humble opinion)
The simple ratio from your annual blood test that can detect IR
The foods you can eat to reverse IR
The lifestyle choices the restore insulin sensitivity 
And so much more!
Don’t forget to share this important information with anyone you know who might benefit!

Resources We Mention:

Pre-Order Dr. Bikman's new book Why We Get Sick Today!

Learn More About Dr. Bikman's HLTH CODE Here!

 

Apr 30, 2020

You’ve probably seen a lot of chatter lately about 5G. 

Today’s podcast with EMF expert Daniel DeBaun, The Truth About 5G, will help you get to the bottom of what 5G is, what the research actually says about its safety and what you need to do to protect yourself and your family. 

Don’t forget to share this important information with anyone you think it might benefit!

Resources We Mention:

Learn more about Defender Shield HERE!
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Apr 23, 2020

We’re stressed, out of our routine, trapped at home and for many of us our CRAVINGS for sugar and other junk foods are at an all time high. 

But what if I told you that there is a simple, natural way to eliminate your cravings. 

AND that this strategy could kick your cravings NOW and also balance your brain chemistry to prevent future cravings.

It sounds too good to be true, but it’s not! On this week’s podcast, the one and only, Julia Ross (best selling author, celebrated pioneer and one of my heroes) talks all about her natural solutions for food cravings, addictions and mood issues of all kinds that she’s been using in private practice for the last 30+ years. 

  • Here’s what you’ll learn:
  • How to kick your chocolate cravings overnight
  • How to identify your brain imbalance 
  • The #1 cause of carbohydrate cravings
  • The link between stress and cravings (and how to break the cycle!)
  • The amino acid that feels like a good glass of wine
  • Why you can’t stop craving cheese and bread
  • The amino acid that feels like a warm hug
  • The amino acid that makes us feel calm and confident
  • The amino acid that helps us sleep
  • How to use amino acids for kids
  • How to eat to fight cravings
  • Whether amino acids can be used with medication
  • Whether a vegan diet supports optimal mental health
  • And so much more!

This was literally one of my favorite episodes to date! So if you have cravings and want to know what to do to prevent and CURE them - tune in now and be sure to share this life changing information with anyone who might benefit.

Resources We Mention:

Take The Craving Type Questionnaire HERE!

Learn More About Food-Craving Eradication Coaching HERE!
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Apr 10, 2020

If you’re trying to improve immune function - your gut health needs to be a MAJOR priority.

After all, approximately 70-80% of your immune system resides in your gut.

And while eliminating potentially problematic foods is a great place to start, adding the right kind of bone broth is another incredible (and delicious) healing strategy. 

So if you’ve wanted to know all about the wonderful benefits of bone broth (and how to choose the highest quality versions) check out my enlightening interview with the founder of Kettle & Fire, the fastest growing bone broth company in the country, Justin Mares. 

We talk about…

  • Why drinking bone broth is like taking your insides to the spa
  • The nutrient in bone broth that can help you chill out and sleep better
  • The nutrient that can help improve fat digestion
  • Why drinking bone broth is essential to an optimized paleo diet
  • Why bone broth helps heal a leaky gut
  • How to choose a high quality bone broth
  • And how Justin met Paris Hilton and P. Diddy (off topic but still fascinating:)
  • And so much more!

Tune in now and be sure to share this important information with everyone you think it might benefit!

Resources We Mention:

Get 15% OFF Kettle & Fire with Coupon Code: PALEOVALLEY 

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