Courageous Wellness
Courageous Wellness is a platform to interview diverse people about their personal journeys in health and wellness. From physical wellness, to emotional and spiritual, we hear courageous stories. We are committed to de-stigmatizing conversations in the wellness space and celebrate the experiences and lessons of our guests. Aly and Erica are certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coaches with advanced training in gut health and hormone health, and both have had incredible personal wellness journeys.
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Wednesday Nov 27, 2019
Wednesday Nov 27, 2019
Happy (day before) Thanksgiving! Today on the podcast it is just the two of us sitting down for a little girl talk about some current topics of interest! On this episode we discuss our recent travels to NYC (and Paris!), our experience at IIN Live, (which sparks a deep conversation on pharmaceuticals and mental health) and then we talk about food stress around the holidays. We also take a moment to identify what we are grateful for and some of our favorite holiday eats! Have a wonderful holiday and stay tuned for next weeks special guest!
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Courageous Wellness! We release new episodes each #WellnessWednesday!
You can also follow us on instagram @CourageousWellness and get in touch at https://www.courageouswellnesspodcast.com
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Wednesday Nov 20, 2019
Wednesday Nov 20, 2019
Today on the podcast we sit down with Sherry Zhang, scientist, and CEO of the revolutionary new startup GenoPalate. GenoPalate uses the latest research in genetics and nutrition to show individuals how to eat healthier based on their own genes. Each unique GenoPalate report tells you the 85 foods that are best for you to eat, and those you might want to avoid. It details whether you should be eating low or high amounts of carbohydrates, fats, proteins like chicken or steak, what vegetables are best for you, and many other details.
This summer we both had the opportunity to try GenoPalate and were totally blown away by our results, and how different they are. On this episode, we cover what we learned about ourselves through this unique genetic testing and learn how Sherry started this exciting new company. We also dive deep into genetics, food science, and so much more.
We are also so happy to offer our listeners a discount to try GenoPalate. They have two options, one that is perfect for individuals who already have access to their DNA through sites like, Ancestry or 23andMe, and an option for anyone who is new to DNA testing. You can visit: www.genopalate.com and use the code: CWPODCAST at check out to receive $20 off your order!
We hope you enjoy learning your results as much as we did and we hope you enjoy the episode!
You can also follow them on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/genopalate/
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Courageous Wellness! We release new episodes each #WellnessWednesday!
You can also follow us on instagram @CourageousWellness and get in touch at https://www.courageouswellnesspodcast.com
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Wednesday Nov 13, 2019
Wednesday Nov 13, 2019
Happy Wellness Wednesday! Today on the podcast we are joined by dynamic duo, sisters, and boss babes: Ryan Burch and Jess Suchan the hosts of the podcast Solo 2.0. Jess is a Board Certified Holistic Health Coach, at Body Bliss by Jess, with a deep understanding of holistic nutrition and the importance of prevention. She also has a personal journey with food and her body that will blow you away. Ryan is the co-founder of Your Hormone Balance a company that help people re-balance their hormones to relieve symptoms and restore balance in their lives.
On this episode we cover Jess and Ryan’s personal journey to wellness. We discuss their upbringing, food issues, career challenges, changes, and more -- and go deep into a conversation that will inspire you to live your happiest life. We also go into food and balance tips for the holidays! Jess and Ryan also just launched their new podcast Solo 2.0 which stands for “She Only Lives Once!”. Be sure to check out our show notes for a link to their podcast, where we will also be featured as upcoming guests!
To listen to their podcast you can visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/solo-2-0/id1482677618
To follow them on instagram check out https://www.instagram.com/solo2.0podcast/
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Courageous Wellness! We release new episodes each #WellnessWednesday!
You can also follow us on instagram @CourageousWellness and get in touch at https://www.courageouswellnesspodcast.com
This episode is brought to you by Beekeepers Naturals! To receive 15% off your purchase visit www.beekeepersnaturals.com/courageouswellness and use code: courageouswellness (all one word) at checkout! We are so happy to offer our listeners 10% off on all Four Sigmatic superfood coffee and elixirs! For 10% off Four Sigmatic products visit www.foursigmatic.com and use the code: courageous at checkout!
Wednesday Nov 06, 2019
Wednesday Nov 06, 2019
This week on the podcast we have an incredible conversation with creative wellness entrepreneur Kyle Godfrey Ryan!
Kyle has spent most of her adult life in the wellness world and her career has spanned all aspects of neural nutrition, biohacking, eastern thought, western medicine and everything in between. This led her, in more recent years to found Tune Studio - an experience that uses biotuning for optimal human relaxation, focus and performance.
Tuning is described as the process of using biofrequencies, sound and vibration to bring the body and mind to an optimal state by switching your nervous system from a fight-or-flight state, to a state of presence and flow, so you can show up as your best self. On this episode Kyle shares with us about her own journey in wellness, the benefits of tuning, where we can find and use tuning, and how she strives to make this remarkable technology accessible to all. We hope you learn a lot and enjoy the episode!
To learn more about Tune Studio you can visit: https://www.tune.studio
You can also follow them on Instagram @tune.studioofficial
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Courageous Wellness! We release new episodes each #WellnessWednesday!
You can also follow us on instagram at CourageousWellness and get in touch at www.courageouswellnesspodcast.com
This episode is brought to you by Beekeepers Naturals! To receive 15% off your purchase visit www.beekeepersnaturals.com/courageouswellness and use code: courageouswellness (all one word) at checkout! We are so happy to offer our listeners 10% off on all Four Sigmatic superfood coffee and elixirs! For 10% off Four Sigmatic products visit www.foursigmatic.com and use the code: courageous at checkout!
Wednesday Oct 30, 2019
Wednesday Oct 30, 2019
This week on the podcast we welcome astrologist Sandy Sitron to the show! Sandy is a a self proclaimed Law of Attraction Astrologer, and uses astrology to help individuals use their own birth chart to discover deeper blocks, profound gifts, and live the life of their dreams. Sandy is also an author and has written articles and horoscopes for the popular website The Numinous and specializes in Saturn Return!
On this episode we dive deep into birth charts, and even go a bit into our own, we have a conversation on mercury retrograde (which coincidentally starts again tomorrow -- October 31st through November 20th!) and explore Saturn Return, a very personal and significant time in astrology that occurs up to 3 times in our lives! We hope you enjoy the episode.
To learn more about Sandy you can visit her website: https://www.sandysitron.com
and you can also follow her on instagram http://instagram.com/sandysitron
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Courageous Wellness! We release new episodes each #WellnessWednesday!
You can also follow us on instagram at CourageousWellness and get in touch at www.courageouswellnesspodcast.com
We are so happy to offer our listeners 10% off on all Four Sigmatic superfood coffee and elixirs! For 10% off Four Sigmatic products visit www.foursigmatic.com and use the code: courageous at checkout!
Wednesday Oct 23, 2019
Wednesday Oct 23, 2019
Today on the Courageous Wellness podcast we sit down with Megan Accardo, host of the, Power Your Purpose Podcast! On this episode Megan discusses how landing her dream job (planning events for one of the world’s largest talent agencies!) prompted her body to have a major shutdown and experience severe burnout -- which led to a host of physical conditions including; SIBO, hypertension, leaky gut, infertility, severe bloating, constipation, and candida.
Megan shares her courageous journey of leaving the high stress agency world and how she slowly began a process of healing and tapping into her own greater potential.
Megan has since launched a coaching business for women where she uses her background in high end celebrity event planning to bring together women in a meaningful way. Her goal is to help people tap into their greatest potential so that they can have the careers and lives that reflect their personal best. You will definitely be inspired by Megan's journey and the tips she shares to live your absolute best life.
You can also catch us on Megan’s podcast Power Your Purpose -- so be sure to check it out!
To learn more about Megan you can visit her website: https://www.meganaccardo.com/
and you can also follow her on instagram @MeganAccardo
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Courageous Wellness! We release new episodes each #WellnessWednesday!
You can also follow us on instagram at CourageousWellness and get in touch at www.courageouswellnesspodcast.com
We are so happy to offer our listeners 10% off on all Four Sigmatic superfood coffee and elixirs! For 10% off Four Sigmatic products visit www.foursigmatic.com and use the code: courageous at checkout!
Wednesday Oct 16, 2019
Wednesday Oct 16, 2019
Welcome to this weeks episode of Courageous Wellness! Today we sit down with leading gynecologist and endometriosis specialist Dr. Iris Kerin Orbuch and world-renowned pelvic pain specialist and physical therapist Dr. Amy Stein. Dr. Stein and Dr. Orbuch have long partnered with each other and with other healthcare practitioners to address Endometriosis and the disease’s host of co-existing conditions—which can include pelvic floor muscle dysfunction, gastrointestinal ailments, painful bladder syndrome, central nervous system sensitization—through a WHOLE-mind AND WHOLE-body approach.
In June, the two doctors released a book titled: 'BEATING ENDO: How to Reclaim Your Life from Endometriosis'a head-to-toe recovery from the invisible illnesses; On this episode we discuss their mind body approach to Endometriosis treatment, the struggles they have experienced with their patients, the difficult health care and insurance system, and how the condition is still misunderstood and mistreated by the medical community.
After you finish this episode, if you haven’t already, you can listen to our episode with Lara Parker who discusses her experience living with Endometriosis and chronic pain. Please enjoy the episode!
Dr. Orbuch can be found at www.LAGynDr.com and www.NYCrobotic.com and followed on Instagram @dririsorbuch
Dr. Stein can be found at www.beyondbasicsphysicaltherapy.com
www.healpelvicpain.com and on instagram at @beyondbasicspt
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Courageous Wellness! We release new episodes each #WellnessWednesday!
You can also follow us on instagram at CourageousWellness and get in touch at www.courageouswellnesspodcast.com
We are so happy to offer our listeners 10% off on all Four Sigmatic superfood coffee and elixirs! For 10% off Four Sigmatic products visit www.foursigmatic.com and use the code: courageous at checkout!
Wednesday Oct 09, 2019
Wednesday Oct 09, 2019
Happy Wellness Wednesday! On this episode of the podcast, we welcome the lovely Mia Lux! Mia is an international host, comedian & facilitator, and she specializes in top wellness and personal development events around the world. She is also the creator and host of The Conscious-ish Show where she is making it her mission, one episode at a time, to make the world's most powerful ideas more accessible by making them truly enjoyable! If you're laughing, you're learning!
On this episode we discuss Mia’s spiritual, mental and physical health journey from combatting teenage depression to dealing with a lead poisoning diagnosis as an adult. We hear about her fascinating story from being a recovering lawyer to a school teacher and eventually to getting outside of her comfort zone and finding comedy as her creative outlet. She takes us through the science behind laughter and how entertainment can really be a tool for people to open their minds, relax their bodies and absorb new information! Mia has a fun and fresh approach to tackling what can often feel like daunting subject matters. We had such a fun time recording with her and we hope you have fun listening to all of her insight in this episode!
Also, Mia recommends two books to us during the episode. For anyone interested here are the links!
The Great Work of Your Life by Stephen Cope and A Guide to the Good Life by William B. Irvine
You can find Mia and her Conscious-ish episodes at her website: www.consciousish.com
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Courageous Wellness! We release new episodes each #WellnessWednesday!
You can also follow us on instagram at CourageousWellness and get in touch at www.courageouswellnesspodcast.com
Wednesday Oct 02, 2019
Wednesday Oct 02, 2019
Happy Wellness Wednesday! On this episode of the podcast, we welcome Dr. Will Cole, IFMCP, D.C., leading functional- medicine expert. Dr. Cole specializes in clinically investigating underlying factors of chronic disease and customizing health programs for thyroid issues, autoimmune conditions, hormonal dysfunctions, digestive disorders, and brain problems.
Dr. Cole was named one of the top 50 functional-medicine and integrative doctors in the nation and is a health expert and course instructor for the world’s largest wellness brands such as mindbodygreen and goop. He is also the co-host of the popular Goop podcast, #Goopfellas, with chef and restauranteur, Seamus Mullen.
On this episode we learn about Dr. Cole’s early life, how it lead him to a career in functional medicine and why he is so passionate about the work he does. He also breaks down what functional medicine is, talks in depth about a Keto-tarian lifestyle, which stems from his first best- selling book, by the same name. We also discuss inflammation in the body and why he chose to write his new book, The Inflammation Spectrum (on pre-order now) and out October 15th! Dr. Cole also gives us insight in what the emotional aspects of being a healthcare practitioner can be like and shares how rewarding his clinical practice is to him. We are grateful to Dr. Will for having this conversation and sharing his knowledge with us an our audience!
You can find and follow Dr. Will Cole and his work on instagram @drwillcole, his WEBSITE or pre-order The Inflammation Spectrum HERE.
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Courageous Wellness! We release new episodes each #WellnessWednesday!
You can also follow us on instagram at CourageousWellness and get in touch at www.courageouswellnesspodcast.com
This episode is brought to you by Beekeepers Naturals! To receive 15% off your purchase visit www.beekeepersnaturals.com/courageouswellness and use code: courageouswellness (all one word) at checkout! We are so happy to offer our listeners 10% off on all Four Sigmatic superfood coffee and elixirs! For 10% off Four Sigmatic products visit www.foursigmatic.com and use the code: courageous at checkout!
Wednesday Sep 25, 2019
Wednesday Sep 25, 2019
Happy Wellness Wednesday! On this episode of the podcast, we welcome Candice Puthawala, founder of Beauty Bar Chocolate. Beauty Bar Chocolate is a sugar-free, raw chocolate bar that helps relieve stress, fights fatigue and balances hormones all while giving your skin that natural spa glow. It is made with hand selected super-foods, adaptogens and pearl collagen -- and it is delicious.
Candice's journey to her own chocolate beauty brand was far from linear. As a single mother who worked in the fashion industry for over 18 years, Candice ended up burnt out and plagued with severe chronic illness. Living a life of in constant high stress, led to her experiencing inflammation, candida, thyroid issues, and anxiety. In order to heal, Candice left the fashion world and decided to change her life -- starting with her diet.
Her complete mind, body, and soul transformation -- which she details on this episode of the podcast -- not only healed her chronic ailments, but led her to create Beauty Bar. On this episode we have a deep dialogue about her complete transformation from her career, to her health, and to where she is now. You will definitely be inspired by Candice's courageous journey!
To learn more and shop Beauty Bar Chocolate visit: https://beautybarchocolate.com or follow Candice on instagram
@awholeandhappylife and @beautybarchocolate
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review our podcast! We release new episodes each #WellnessWednesday!
You can also follow us on instagram at CourageousWellness and get in touch at www.courageouswellnesspodcast.com
This episode is brought to you by Beekeepers Naturals! To receive 15% off your purchase visit www.beekeepersnaturals.com/courageouswellness and use code: courageouswellness (all one word) at checkout!
We are so happy to offer our listeners 10% off on all Four Sigmatic superfood coffee and elixirs! For 10% off Four Sigmatic products visit www.foursigmatic.com and use the code: courageous at checkout!