Living Natural Today – Out with Toxins - In with Your Health

Are you depleted of minerals? Unfortunately, it is very likely that you are severely depleted if you are relying on today’s food for your mineral intake. Minerals have a role in nearly every bodily function, so it’s vital that you are not deficient in them. Tune in as renowned mineral doctor, nutritional research pioneer, naturopathic physician, author and lecturer, Dr. Joel Wallach discusses why minerals are so critical for our overarching heath. He will also address the best sources for mineral consumption and why today’s soil does not provide adequate amounts needed for our bodies. Also, be sure to listen in to Teresa's recap of 2014’s food and chemical stories and her personal message for 2015.

Do you want to crush it in 2015? Tune in as author, trainer and public speaker Randy Dean motivates us to not only set goals, but to, more importantly, achieve them. Also, be sure to listen in for Teresa's Christmas wish for you.

During the hustle-and-bustle of the holidays it is easy to get stressed and overwhelmed. Unfortunately, stress can be toxic and wreak havoc on our bodies. One area it can attack is our adrenals. Left untreated, it can pose serious problems to our health. Learn the symptoms of adrenal fatigue and ways to keep your adrenal glands healthy all year round. Also, learn tips to combat the ongoing stress in your life!

Do you have to eat gluten free for health reasons? Join me as I interview Kirsten Berman, the “Gluten Free Gal”, as we discuss how to eat gluten free for the holidays and beyond. She will also be sharing tips for eating gluten free at home and at restaurants. Being gluten free is so much more than just eating a special diet. As Kirsten suggests, “Ditch the Diet, Live the Lifestyle. If you or someone you know eats gluten free, then this informative show is a must-hear!

Few can argue that the food we eat today is considerably different than what was consumed by our parents and grandparents a generation or two prior. Dubbed the generation of convenience, our food is all too often processed with genetically engineered ingredients, preservatives, pesticides and chemicals. Tune in as I interview real food bloggers, Kristine Cocchiarella and Julie, and hear their stories that led them to changing the way they cook for their families, and, ultimately, to real food blogging. They will also share recipes that utilize unprocessed and unmodified ingredients – and provide strategies for incorporating these recipes into one’s daily life.

This time of year around Thanksgiving and Christmas can be wonderful. However, it can also be exceedingly stressful. Visiting friends and family, enjoying outdoor winter activities and doing everything else that comes with Thanksgiving and Christmas shouldn’t have to come with a price to your health. Join me on Thanksgiving Eve as I talk about two things that can be toxic during this time of the year: Emotions and Stress. Also, listen in as I mention what I’m thankful for and also recap previous show episodes.

Did you know that many of the electronic items we use each and every day such as our laptops and cell phones can be toxic to our bodies? Join me as I interview the CEO of SafeSleeve to discuss the different types of radiation which can emit from these devices, the harmful effects this radiation can have, and, most importantly, what we can do to minimize our exposure to these carcinogenic toxins.

Do you know what toxins are lurking in your personal care products, baby items and salon products? For example, toxic chemicals are commonly used in feminine care products. Testing shows that some of these chemicals are linked to cancer, reproductive harm and allergies. Unfortunately, because feminine care products are regulated as “medical devices” and not “personal care products,” companies are not required to disclose any of the ingredients used in these products. Listen in as I speak with Cassidy Randall of Women's Voices for the Earth as she passionately advocates on behalf of consumers in her effort to eliminate toxic chemicals that harm women’s health by changing consumer behaviors, corporate practices and government policies.

There are often unintended consequences associated with convenience, efficiency and technology advancement. The growing trend by utility companies of leveraging smart meters is no exception. Do you have a smart meter installed at your place of residence? A smart meter is usually an electronic device that records consumption of electric energy and communicates that information back to the utility company for monitoring and billing purposes. Listen in as I talk to David Sheldon of Michigan Stop Smart Meters as he informs us about smart meters, dirty electricity and the unintended consequences of smart meters, including health risks and privacy concerns.

Affecting approximately 1% of Americans, Celiac Disease is a genetic autoimmune disease that damages the villi of the small intestine and interferes with absorption of nutrients from food. A 100% gluten-free diet is the only existing treatment for Celiac Disease today. Tune in as I interview Kristin Voorhees, Director of Healthcare Initiatives for the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness as she shares critical information about Celiac Disease. Kristin will share information about symptoms, tests for diagnosis and will provide links for support and resources for those with Celiac Disease. She will also discuss gluten, wheat, and gluten-free labeling. This episode is sure to provide a glimpse into one of the most misunderstood conditions today.

One could argue that we are in the midst of a food crisis. Much of the conventional food we purchase each day is made with GMO (Genetically Modified Organism) ingredients. In fact, it’s estimated that approximately 80% - 90% of processed food is genetically modified. Tune in as I interview greater Detroit area executive director for No GMO 4 Michigan, Zachary Schafer, as he shares information about all things GMO, including why it was introduced into our food system in the mid 1990’s. He will also discuss potential health risks associated with GMOs, how we can avoid GMOs, high-risk GMO foods and GMO labeling laws – or the lack thereof. This episode is sure to open your eyes and may very well leave you questioning if we are, indeed, in the midst of a food crisis.

It's no secret that we are inundated with toxic chemicals in our homes, places of work, and products we use every day. It's also becoming increasingly evident that there is a link between toxic chemicals and rising adverse health trends in our country. Tune in as Mind the Store Campaign Director for the Safer Chemicals, Healthy Families Coalition, Mike Schade, discusses their efforts in reforming outdated toxic chemical laws, their work with retailers to phase out hazardous chemicals from the marketplace and their ongoing efforts to educate the public about ways to protect one’s family from toxic chemicals.

Few can argue that the food we eat today is considerably different than what was consumed by our parents and grandparents a generation or two prior. Dubbed the generation of convenience, our food is all too often processed with genetically engineered ingredients, preservatives, pesticides and chemicals. Tune in as I interview real food bloggers, Kristine Cocchiarella and Julie, and hear their stories that led them to changing the way they cook for their families, and, ultimately, to real food blogging. They will also share recipes that utilize unprocessed and unmodified ingredients – and provide strategies for incorporating these recipes into one’s daily life.

Our home should be our safe place. Unfortunately, however, we are unknowingly bringing toxins into our homes with what we purchase. Toxins are lurking in our furniture, electronics and appliances. Flame retardants – frequently found in furniture, clothing and mattresses – is an example of a toxin to which we are consistently exposed. In this episode, listeners will learn simple and practical steps that can be taken to minimize toxins in their homes – and what can be done when undertaking a major project such as home remodeling.

Tune in as we discuss all things organic with Dr. Jessica Shade of The Organic Center and Gwendolyn Wyard of the Organic Trade Association. On the show we will discuss organic standards, organic labeling, frequent organic misconceptions and much more. We will address the question: Does organic actually provide nutritional benefits that cannot be obtained from conventional food? We will also help alleviate the confusion of food labels. For example, natural does not mean organic. No question is off-limits as we dive into all things organic.

In today’s world, we are inundated with toxins in our food, home, personal care products and environment. We are exposed to unimaginable amounts of chemicals, EMF’s, food additives, GMO’s and the like. As a result, many of us are facing health challenges that are unexplainable. Daily headaches, heart palpitations, restless sleep, vision disturbances, anxiety or other debilitating symptoms have become the norm for many of us. And, in an understandable attempt at relief from these incapacitating symptoms, we are visiting doctor after doctor, only to be prescribed medication. Listen in as I interview Dr. Daniel Pompa, who has overcome Multiple Chemical Sensitivity in his own life, as he explains his roadmap to a new paradigm of healing that he has labeled the 5R’s of Cellular Detoxification and Regeneration. We will also talk about what he has dubbed, “The Toxic Bucket Theory” and practical steps that we can take to keep our toxic bucket from overflowing.