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Reclaiming the Health of Our Kids: A Journey Through HTMA, Nutrition, and Holistic Parenting

As parents, our primary focus is always the well-being of our children. But in a world where modern stressors, nutrient-deficient diets, and a fast-paced lifestyle have become the norm, ensuring our kids' health can feel like an uphill battle.

In this episode, I dive deep into the topic of reclaiming our children's health through a holistic approach, centered on the principles of Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA), mindful nutrition, and the power of love in parenting. Listen here: Reclaiming the health of our kids.

The Reality Check That Changed Everything

One of the toughest challenges we face as moms is the realization that our children might be suffering from the same burnout we are experiencing. I had a serious wake-up call when I began using HTMA to assess my family's health. My youngest son, who was emotionally reactive and hyperactive, showed a pattern that society might quickly label as ADHD.

However, through HTMA, I identified it as a 'hyperkinetic' patternā€”a sign that his n
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Why I Had to Put Myself First as a Single Mom: A Path to Family Wellness

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As a single mom, the bar is often set higher for us. We donā€™t have the luxury of leaning on a partner to share the load, especially when it comes to nurturing and sustaining our families. The weight of making sure everyone is cared for falls squarely on our shoulders, and thatā€™s no small task.

Moms are naturally the nurturers of the family, the glue that holds everything together. But in todayā€™s world, we donā€™t live in tribes or close-knit communities anymore. We donā€™t have that built-in support system, whether itā€™s extended family or a small circle of like-minded local friends. Instead, itā€™s up to us to create that sense of community within our own homes, often from scratch.

When it comes to our kids, the instinct is to want to help all of them at once, especially when their needs are so apparent. But hereā€™s the thing: when youā€™re trying to shore up your fami...

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Nurturing Independence: A Mom's Journey with Four Sons and the Power of Magnesium

I'm the proud mom of four sons, aged 25, 21, 19, and 17. With three of them no longer living under my roof, I've had to master the delicate balance of letting go while still being a steady support system. It's been an interesting danceā€”letting them make their own decisions, learn from their mistakes, and occasionally throwing out my ā€œmom life preserverā€ when necessary.

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Growing up in a household where functional nutrition was the norm, my boys were immersed in a lifestyle focused on health and well-being. This immersion gave them a solid foundation to build upon, yet each one still has to find their own "why" for maintaining those habits. As we all know, everyone learns differently, and many of us have to take the hard road to really understand lifeā€™s lessons.

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Recently, one of my older sons has been wrestling with his own "why." Heā€™s finally taking the initiative to implement the healthy habits he once fought me on but undoubtedly benefited from. Part of this newfound motivation...

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POV: Minerals in the spotlight

Episode #192: POV Minerals in the spotlight & a rant!Ā 

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This is a whole-picture, balanced approachā€”no isolating magnesium or popping pills to chase symptoms. Youā€™ll discover how to incorporate magnesium in a way that respects your bodyā€™s unique needs, helps you move towards lasting wellness, and makes sense for your health journey. No harsh protocols. No overwhelm. Just mindful, informed choices that empower you to truly take charge of your well-being.

The Paradigm Shift in Mineral Balancing

In recent times, mineral balancing has begun to gain much-deserved attention, and I couldn't be more thrilled! However, with this surge in interest comes a wave of confusion. Many individuals are eager to embark on their mineral journey, yet they find themselves overwhelmed by the myriad of approaches and perspectives available.

As I engage with more people seeking my philosophy on this topic, I realize th...

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Optimizing Wellness: Spleen support for building healthy blood

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Nourishing Your Spleen for Digestive Wellness and Vitality

Welcome to an eye-opening journey into the realm of the Spleen, an organ often overlooked but with a profound influence on our well-being. In this blog post summary of the podcast episode, I'll explore the often underestimated Spleen and its powerful role in our health, drawing from insights in Traditional Chinese Medicine and modern holistic health practices.

The Spleen and Mode...

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Revive Your Resilience: Discovering Your Inner Authority in the Modern World

Your Support Matters: If you find value in my podcast and feel inspired to contribute, I humbly welcome your donations. While they are not expected, they are greatly appreciated and make a significant impact on my work. You can donate through PayPal or Venmo by clicking on the links provided at the top of the show notes in every episode. Thank you for your generosity and for helping me continue creating meaningful content for you


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Greetings, dear readers & listeners! As we venture into the heart of summer, I hope you're relishing every opportunity to immerse yourself in the wonders of nature. Personally, I've been diving headfirst into my rewilding journey, delighting in the taste of freshly picked blackberries, feeling the mud beneath my feet, and even embracing encounters with the frogs, snakes, and other creatures that share the woods with me. It'...

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The Mineral Balancing Connection to ADHD

Listen to episode #116: The Mineral Balancing Connection to ADHD

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In this episode I explore the fascinating world of mineral balancing and its connection to ADHD. This blog post delves deeper into the insights gained from my interview for the HerBrain summit and my experiences with Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA).

The Zinc-ADHD Connection: One of the most intriguing findings discussed during the interview was the potential link between zinc deficiency and ADHD symptoms. Research suggests that zinc supplementation can lead to a significant reduction - up to 30% - in ADHD medication dosage. This highlights the importance of assessing zinc levels and the zinc/copper ratio in individuals with ADHD.

Understanding ADHD as a Spectrum: It's crucial to recognize that ADHD is not a singular condition but rather a broad label encompassing various symptoms such as:

  • Poor attention span
  • Unresponsiveness
  • Distractibility

These symptoms may stem fro...

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Minerals & Your Hormones

The Hidden Link Between Minerals and Hormones: Why HTMA Matters

In this podcast episode "Minerals affect hormones, hormones affect minerals", I delved into the fascinating relationship between minerals and hormones. This connection is crucial for anyone looking to balance their hormones and improve their overall health.

Let's explore some key points from the episode and learn how Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) can be a game-changer in your health journey.

Key Points Covered:

  1. The power of daily journaling for health tracking
  2. How hair analysis compares to tree rings in revealing health information
  3. The role of minerals in regulating energy-producing glands
  4. The complex interplay between minerals and hormones
  5. Understanding the endocrine system beyond just sex hormones
  6. Why traditional hormone testing might be incomplete

Why HTMA is Crucial: HTMA provides a unique window into your body's mineral balance, which as we've discussed, plays a vital role in hormone regulation. By ...

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How your body adapts to stress [ & why it matters ]

Episode #151: How your body adapts toĀ stress [ & why it matters ]Ā 


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In this episode:Ā I talk about STRESS and how our bodies adapt in light of it.Ā 

First off, stressors arenā€™t always BAD, BUT if youā€™re already carrying a ton of stress or your body has been depleted slowly over time due to stress than a new stress may just easily push you over the edge.Ā 

Sometimes the stressor could even be abrupt dramatic diet changes or detoxes or eradication protocols or trying to go after heavy metals or single pathogens are good examples of this. A stressful attempt to force their body into healing.Ā 

The result can be intense and varied - from anxiety, to sleep disturbances, fatigue, missing periods and SO much more! People don't understand how this can push them over the edge.Ā 

If you remember a stressful. period of your life that permanently reduced some or most of your health - listen up - I'm going to talk about adaptation.Ā 

Our bodies are so amazing in how ...

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What you can learn from your HTMA [ the main components ]

Episode #150:Ā What you can learn from your HTMA [ the main components ]Ā 


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In my last episode I shared that Iā€™d be coming back to expound on components of a hair mineral analysis, in this episode I get into some of the core readings and concepts of this test and work that I do -so you can see how it digs in a deeper way to help guide a path for your current health towards correction


A hair mineral analysis is a HOLISTIC test. It can reflect SO MUCH - such as your heredity, upbringing, lifestyle, diet, drinking water, attitudes, body chemistry, as well as health and dis-ease staes. It reveals an overall picture that is influenced by many factors - this is truly amazing as we simply cannot, nor should not try to separate ourselves up into dissected parts to ā€˜treatā€™ because we are all a unique WHOLE and beautifully complex human system. This is why I love this test paired with the mind body coaching work I do because it gives some concrete evide...

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