Healthy Home Hacks Podcast

Bad air, toxic household products, and everyday materials that we take for granted could be making us and our loved ones sick. And they are. Approximately 25 million Americans have asthma today; that’s about 1 in 13 Americans. Studies reveal the average pillow contains millions of fungal spores, with four to 16 different species per pillow tested. While that’s enough to make anyone’s skin crawl, our guest today is going to help us sleep more soundly and safely. Robin Wilson is a U.S. lifestyle brand, author, designer, a two-time #1 Amazon bestselling author, and was named to the Inc. magazine Female Founders 100 List in 2020. Robin has created a protocol for wellness with protective coverings and cotton textiles in bed and bath. Her life mission is to help the 60 million Americans who suffer from allergies or asthma via her Clean Design protocol to educate consumers about hypoallergenic, sustainable, and eco-friendly lifestyle options. Robin shares The Rule of 3's when it comes to our bedroom, what a CLEAN DESIGN HOME® sleep experience means, whether the type of pillow you sleep on matters depending on what type of sleeper you are (back, side, stomach) and what makes her packaging eco-conscious. Robin leaves listeners with simple steps to sleep better and breathe easier. You can find Robin’s Clean Home Design line now in Macy's at 168 stores and online. 

Today, 97 percent of Americans own a cellphone of some kind; an increase of over 50 percent in the past decade. An average cell phone user today interacts with their phone more than 2,000 times every day. But is all of this smart technology improving our quality of life or harming our health? Our guest today, founder, CEO, and president of AiresTech, Dimitry Serov, is here to tell us. Dimitry explains the effect of EMFs on our health and the environment. He reveals the importance of science-backed products that offer sound research when it comes to protection from electromagnetic radiation from wireless devices. Like noise-canceling headphones, Dimitry shares how the Aires Tech EMR Modulation Technology works with our own biological EMR to neutralize the physiological impact of radiation emitting from data-transmitting electronics such as cell phones, cordless phones, wireless earpieces, wireless headsets, computers, laptops, monitors, smart TVs, baby monitors, Wi-Fi routers & more. Dimitry identifies which groups of people are the most vulnerable and leaves listeners with the hot spots found in our homes and other techniques to reduce one’s exposure to dangerous radiofrequency radiation.

You may remember her for winning the coveted Miss USA title. Or, perhaps seeing her don the 1998 Doritos commercial (still to this day the most memorable Super Bowl commercial of all time). Either way, Ali Landry leaves an impression wherever she goes. This Louisiana-born southern belle was touted as one of People’s ‘Most Beautiful,’ but she isn’t just another pretty face. Ali’s got the talent and brains that have led her to acclaim as an actress, television host, and brand ambassador. Ali’s journey wasn’t all glitz, glamour, and salty snacks. In fact, after turning 40 she started experiencing numerous health issues ranging from chronic fatigue, brain fog, and poor sleep, to digestive issues, low sex drive, and bouts of depression. Ali decided to take back her health and get to the bottom of her health woes, she let her pain become her path by finding the root causes of her health challenges; the inspiration behind her RE/SHAPE lifestyle platform focused on overall health & wellness, beauty, and fitness.  Ali leaves listeners with key takeaways: Why making yourself a priority is key How real beauty comes from confidence Her ‘get up and go’ technique to tackle dreaded digestion woes Why daily movement is a must Her mindfulness and meditation ritual that keeps her sane Ali is committed to researching and curating the very best resources, products, and services along with sharing her personal network of the most trusted specialists with women around the world via her new book and online platform.

Wireless radiation. It’s all around us. From Wi-Fi routers, cell phones, cordless phones, wireless earpieces, and headsets to computers, smart TVs, baby monitors, smart meters, gaming devices and the thousands of towers stretched across the United States that transmit and receive signals. Otherwise known as radiofrequency radiation, electromagnetic radiation emits from everyday devices that make our lives fast, efficient, and convenient – but at what cost to our health? R. Blank is here to shed light on this dark subject. R is a technologist, entrepreneur, author, and host of The Healthier Tech podcast. He is the CEO of Shield Your Body, which creates products that make it easy and affordable for people to reduce their exposure to wireless radiation. R reveals the health effects of electromagnetic fields (EMFs), how we can build a healthier relationship with technology, who is at the highest risk (and why), simple action steps we can take now to reduce exposures, and the problem with regulations that should be protecting us.

Spring is in the air and we’ve got your bottoms and tops covered…in green. Why does this matter? Today, 85 percent of the clothing people dispose of ends up in landfills, totaling 14.3 million tons of textile waste each year, 95% of which could be reused or recycled. Someone who is here to shed light on these fashion fails went from rocking the runway to greening the poolside with her new line of swim and lifestyle that focuses on sustainable values, principles, and philanthropic initiatives. Andrea Bernholtz is making waves in the waste-filled fashion industry. From co-founding the luxury denim line, Rock & Republic, in 2002 to sharing insights with US Weekly's Fashion Police, her new ultra-comfortable swimwear features a soft, luxurious nylon fabric proudly made from post-consumer plastics. Plus, the SWIMINISTA brand offers a convenient “Try at Home” solution that eliminates the soul-destroying try-on process. Andrea shares her humble green beginnings, her company’s eco-conscious efforts, and what sets Swiminista apart from other swimwear brands in the market today including a customized fit for every body shape.

Are you stressed? Stress statistics worldwide reveal that stress has risen dramatically. Approximately 75% of people in the US reported experiencing moderate to high-stress levels in the past month. Of the people who suffered a major stressful event, 43% report that the event was health-related. Stress can lead to inflammation and unfortunately even more serious health issues. Dr. Patrick Flynn is the founder of The Wellness Way with over 80 clinics worldwide. He has over 20 years of experience in clinical practice, is the bestselling author of a popular book, I Disagree, and has trained thousands of doctors around the US. He’s here to change the pandemic of stress and is as passionate as you about making sure families are healthy. He shares the harmful effects stress has on the body, who is the most stressed, how stress affects people differently, why stress isn’t a big topic in modern medicine and he leaves us with his proven approach to dealing with stress the right way.

Love is in the air! Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and we’ve got you, your bae, and your HEART – covered! According to surveys, Americans spent a whopping 41% on a special celebration or dinner at home in 2021. While eating out is fun, cooking in can be so much more romantic and healthier. Our guest, Chef Mareya Ibrahim, “The Fit Foodie,” is a nationally recognized food safety and clean eating expert, a television chef, lifestyle nutrition expert, author of Eat Like You Give A Fork: The Real Dish on Eating to Thrive, and founder of and founder of Grow Green Industries. She’s dishing up heart-healthy recipes and dessert ideas. Don’t worry if you’re new to cooking, or intimated behind the apron – she shares easy-peasy secrets that will have your love swooning! Chef Mareya shares the KISS approach to cooking, what color foods you should be eating for heart health, how you are either upgrading or downgrading with every bite you take, and healthy swaps for your kitchen – including a produce wash that removes up to 99.9% of pesticides, chemicals, and residues.

Continuing from episode #51, Tonya Stafford endured a childhood riddled with trauma and was ultimately sold by her mother for drugs. Human trafficking is a modern-day form of slavery involving the illegal trade of people for exploitation or commercial gain. A survivor, activist, humanitarian, & advocate. Tonya shares how she turned her pain into her path, how gratitude helps her and how her work inspires, uplifts, and improves lives for generations to come through her nonprofit, It's Going to Be Ok. NOTE:  This episode wraps Season 2 for the Healthy Home Hacks. Stay tuned for Season 3 in 2022.

Today’s show is riveting and, while it isn’t a healthy home hack, it’s a life hack. We discuss a highly sensitive, but highly important topic…human trafficking. Our guest, Tonya Stafford, endured a childhood riddled with trauma from sexual molestation, physical abuse, rape and ultimately being sold by her mother for drugs. Human trafficking is real and isn’t limited to the Hollywood elite. Human trafficking is a modern-day form of slavery involving the illegal trade of people for exploitation or commercial gain. Every year, millions of men, women, and children are trafficked in countries around the world, including the United States.  Victims are trafficked for sexual exploitation, forced labor, forced criminal activity, coerced into begging, forced marriages, organ removal, and other purposes. Globally, one in every three victims detected is a child. Girls are mainly trafficked for sexual exploitation, while men/boys are used for forced labor. Tonya is a survivor, activist, humanitarian, advocate, speaker, trainer, and author. She shares her harrowing journey and leaves our listeners with signs to look out for, and how her organization, It’s Going to Be Ok offers resources, support, and help to trafficked victims. This episode wraps Season 2 for the Healthy Home Hacks. Stay tuned for Season 3 in 2022.

Our guest is a world-renowned Naturopathic Physician, a published author, entrepreneur, mother, researcher, formulator, and television personality. Dr. Gina Nick is also the founder of Apothicaire by Dr. Gina, a new supplement company that’s all about something you may or may not be familiar with -glutathione. She is a leading authority for the treatment of autoimmune diseases, inflammation, addiction recovery, depression, anxiety, fatigue, weight gain, and sexual dysfunction. Dr. Gina believes that the practice of effectively and safely cleansing toxins from the body is a key to health and longevity, a secret, so to speak, that has been well kept. Dr. Gina reveals how you can benefit from adding glutathione to your daily routine, how to find the best version of this supplement (and what to avoid). She also explains the importance of personalized nutrition, how to treat autoimmune diseases such as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, why detoxification is essential to prevent chronic illness, and how to deal with mental illness and addiction. Dr. Gina leaves us with tips for a healthy gut microbiome.