Intentionally Well

Send Vanessa a Text MessageIn this episode, I sit down with Chris Logan, Director of Clinical Operations at First Responder Wellness. This discussion is all about addressing substance abuse, addiction, and challenges associated with co-occurring mental health concerns from a holistic angle.Chris passionately serves the first responder community and their families, and helps break down all aspects of addiction from a physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual perspective. Rising above a painful and turbulent past himself, Chris has been able to combine his real LIVED experiences with applicable knowledge and education, in efforts to successfully help those who struggle (as well as their families).We cover the following and more:Chris's story of struggle during his upbringing and how addiction manifestedPredisposition and genetic components according to scienceLosing the "power of choice"Micro and macro traumas and how those can play a role in addictionPTSD and how addictive behaviors can coincideHigh functioning individuals who may not recognize harmful behaviors as a problemPerception of family/friends and co-dependency strugglesHow the family unit must deal with addiction together and common feelings family members experienceGuilt vs. shame How faith plays a crucial role in healingHope and how recovery is possible, despite circumstance or what it "looks like"And so much more...Connect with Chris: chris.logan@frhealth.comFirst Responder Wellness: https://www.firstresponder-wellness.com/Recommended Film: Pleasure Unwoven by Kevin McCauley (Regarding the brain and addiction) General resources, please visit to find local chapters:https://www.aa.org/https://www.celebraterecovery.com/ (faith-based)https://al-anon.org/ (family support)Podcast/social media links:Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Podcast on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@IntentionallyWellPodcastPodcast on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@well.with.vanessaVanessa's Link Site (discount links, etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comHelp Abused and Homeless AnimalsCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life & a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showPodcast Website: https://intentionallywellwithvanessalopez.buzzsprout.comThis episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send Vanessa a Text MessageLink for listeners to purchase Hydrogen Water tablets now available. (Updated on 8/8/24) Listener Discount Code: VANESSA10 for 10% off at checkout.Please use this link: https://shrsl.com/4fbha In this episode, I have the pleasure of sitting with Alex Tarnava, the inventor of the patented and clinically validated open-cup hydrogen tablet! As a respected entrepreneur, Alex has made a significant impact in the health and wellness industry, and is currently partnered with approximately 50 brands who sell to market. He has relentlessly committed himself to making sure the public is rightfully educated on hydrogen therapy, and is an active contributor to the expanding scientific research on molecular hydrogen.During this discussion, we cover almost every FAQ one may have, and go over the following:Alex's mysterious health story as a catalyst for his researchWhy is hydrogen important to the human body?Why are our bodies deficient today?The science behind hydrogen and mitochondrial healthWhy hydrogen is NOT an antioxidant like many assumeHow do we determine if and when to consume hydrogen water?What about individual dosing?How do the hydrogen tablets work?Is hydrogen water designed to be sipped on or chugged?Other uses besides ingestion?Various clinical trial findingsBenefits from short and long term useCan children see benefit from drinking hydrogen water?What kind of health professionals are for hydrogen therapy?What kind of ailments has it been seen to improve?Do you still require hydrogen if you're generally healthy?AND MOREAlex's Website: https://alextarnava.com/Alex on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alextarnava/Please also refer to the interview for references on brand partnerships (those who sell molecular the hydrogen tablets/etc.)Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Podcast on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@IntentionallyWellPodcastPodcast on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@well.with.vanessaVanessa's Link Site (discount links, etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comHelp Abused and Homeless AnimalsCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life & a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showPodcast Website: https://intentionallywellwithvanessalopez.buzzsprout.comThis episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send Vanessa a Text MessageIn this episode, I have a forthright and highly thoughtful conversation with Chronic Pain Coach, Dan Buglio, who specializes in TMS (Tension Myositis Syndrome) and Mindbody resolution.  This conversation is a MUST LISTEN if you or someone you know is suffering from chronic pain or other chronic symptoms DESPITE your/their diagnosis, imaging results, surgery reports, etc. Dan has been sharing content on how to break free from chronic pain through his Pain Free You channels for over four years now, and has helped thousands resolve chronic issues that were thought of as impossible to change. His work is largely based off of TMS (pioneered by Dr. John Sarno), but has also branched off to further educate people on what he calls "perceived danger pain." While pain is not "our fault,"  we can unintentionally find ourselves in a cycle of chronic pain due to the information our brain is continually receiving (this also includes a large range of other symptoms such as IBS, fibromyalgia, tinnitus, vertigo, anxiety, migraine headaches, skin issues, food sensitivities, etc.). Dan's goal is to teach others how to teach their brain that they are not in danger, therefore creating safety so the brain can then operate off of good information versus misinformation and bad data.The majority of us have been programmed to think that we have to live with chronic pain/symptoms due to injury, surgery, degeneration and age, a medical diagnosis, unknown reasons, and even repressed emotional turbulence/trauma. Many of us have also medicalized our situations, believing that there is no out because we feel we have a "real problem" that cannot be solved or fixed. However, countless willing people who've led with an open mind have changed their situations due to Dan's guidance, teachings, and daily videos.Please see all the resources below!Dan's Website: PainFreeYou.comFast Start Link: http://DansFastStart.comDan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danbuglio/Dan on YouTube: http://DansYouTube.comDan on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/PainFreeYouNow  Group Program:  http://PainFreeYouGroup.com  Assessment Page: https://www.painfreeyou.com/startPodcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Podcast on YouTube: www.youtubeHelp Abused and Homeless AnimalsCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life & a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showPodcast Website: https://intentionallywellwithvanessalopez.buzzsprout.comThis episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Guest Matt Roeske from Cultivate Elevate discusses geoengineering, chemtrails, climate change, and health impacts. Topics include history of weather modification, funding, climate change myths, unusual weather patterns, human health effects, HAARP, frequency in weather modification, and solutions for protecting health. Explore how mindset and frequency impact reality, resources for further learning, and more.

Send Vanessa a Text MessageIn this episode, I have the wonderful opportunity to sit down with Brad Yates...speaker, author, YouTuber, and "Tapping" Extraordinaire. Tapping, also known as the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), is a very simple healing tool to help oneself clear mental and emotional blockages that could be keeping them stuck to any degree in life.  Brad's genuine intent to share a couple basic videos on YouTube years ago exploded as people took to his creative and often humorous use of EFT, which led to his now massive online presence, with over 1000 videos and 45 million views. Tapping is used as an effective method of physically resetting the body’s fear response by tapping on energy meridians throughout the body, while talking through the process in order to facilitate the clearing of emotional resistance and/or trauma.  During this discussion we go over all of the following and more:The basics of EFT (tapping)The science behind tapping and how it coincides with the science of acupunctureWhat happens with the brain/nervous system as you implement EFT/tappingThe "whys" behind how despite our desire to change or heal, we get stuck or feel stagnant in our progress due to unconscious programmingHow tapping can be applied to any scenario/concern one is having in life, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, general stress, anger, insomnia, etc.How it can help with acute or chronic health symptoms and chronic painFAQs on tapping Full demonstration via YouTube: https://youtu.be/DMA3-CCJFc8?si=190xfFbGMfC0uwPjBe sure to check out the below resources and visit/subscribe to Brad's YouTube channel for the many instructional videos he has available:Brad's Website: https://www.tapwithbrad.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tapwithbradFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TapWithBradInstagram: http://instagram.com/tapwithbradTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tapwithbradTwitter: http://twitter.com/tapwithbradLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tapwithbrad/Free 5-day Tap into Your Best Self Program:  www.tapwithbrad.com/bestselfShow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Vanessa's Linktree (discount links, etc.): Help Abused and Homeless AnimalsCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life & a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showPodcast Website: https://intentionallywellwithvanessalopez.buzzsprout.comThis episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send Vanessa a Text MessageThis is Part TWO with birth/postpartum doula Teesee Logan, as we continue to dig into the details of informed consent concerning all things pregnancy and birth. This episode specifically highlights the following...Birth transfers and the commonly-used phrase "failed home birth"Doula advocacy with parents during the birth process and decision-makingHow situations can be exacerbated by unnecessary interventions and can cause trauma on mom/babyMindfulness of how lifestyle habits during pregnancy can influence the way a birth unfoldsNICU babies, and breast vs. formula feeding of NICU babiesBreast-feeding benefits and how it changes overtime to meet baby's needsFormula feeding drawbacks and what to do if formula is neededUnnecessary C-sections and scheduled inductions and C-sectionsParents' right to fire a provider at any timeThe explanation of what a "true emergency" is during birth Vaginal birth possibilities after having a C-section with a previous childAND MORE...Please see below for additional resources: Teesee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gritandgracedoula/Teesee's Website: https://www.theggdoula.com/Teesee on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teesee.minarddixonResource recommended by Teesee: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/Recommended obstetrician resource: https://www.instagram.com/birthinginstincts/Episode here on Traditional Midwifery, Episode 5 with Michelle Piccione: https://intentionallywellwithvanessalopez.buzzsprout.com/2009046/11432491Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Vanessa's Linktree (discount links, etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comHelp Abused and Homeless AnimalsCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life & a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showPodcast Website: https://intentionallywellwithvanessalopez.buzzsprout.comThis episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send Vanessa a Text MessageOn this episode of Intentionally Well, I sit down with Teesee Logan, birth/postpartum doula, for an anticipated TWO-PART series. Teesee is also a certified breastfeeding coach and a newborn care specialist, and has worked along side countless families and mothers during their pregnancy journeys.During this episode and the next (Episode 41), Teesee factually outlines the importance of informed consent during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care. Some of the subtopics discussed:True informed consent and the collective unawareness of all birth optionsViolation of consent during birthPhysiological birth - what does this actually mean?Importance of doula care regardless of where a mother decides to give birthDifferences between obstetricians, midwives, L/D nurses, and doulas and how they can work togetherEmotional needs of a mother during all stages  The needs of the father during time of birth and postpartumWhy birth is now treated like a medical condition in a hospital settingBirth transfers and the phrase "failed home birth"The factual physiological and psychological effects placed on baby/mother in a hospital setting (lights, EMFs, noise, etc.)The differences in monitoring baby/mother depending on location of birthHow unnecessary interventions are unfortunately very common during hospital births and can also stall the birthing processNICU babies, and breast vs. formula feeding of NICU babiesUnnecessary C-sections and scheduled C-sectionsVaginal birth possibilities after having a C-section with a previous childAND MORE...Please see below for additional resources: Teesee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gritandgracedoula/Teesee's Website: https://www.theggdoula.com/Teesee on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teesee.minarddixonResource recommended by Teesee: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/Recommended obstetrician resource: https://www.instagram.com/birthinginstincts/Episode here on Traditional Midwifery, Episode 5 with Michelle Piccione: https://intentionallywellwithvanessalopez.buzzsprout.com/2009046/11432491Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Vanessa's Linktree (discount links, etc.): Help Abused and Homeless AnimalsCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life & a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showPodcast Website: https://intentionallywellwithvanessalopez.buzzsprout.comThis episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send Vanessa a Text MessageWith conditions like diabetes, cancer, and heart disease at an all-time high, education on prevention is of critical importance today. In this incredibly informative episode, Dr. Mani Kukreja covers disease prevention in a way that is uncomplicated, by giving the "WHYS" behind the "WHAT TO DOS." We are constantly hearing about the primary habits and practices we should  be implementing in order to age well, but do we really know WHY?Some of the questions answered during this discussion:What role do genetics play in how we age?What is cellular aging?What does it mean when someone refers to our "metabolic function?"What is metabolic disease and what are the top examples?Why doesn't mainstream medicine address the prevention of metabolic disease, or any disease?What happens to our cells when we are facing disease?What is happening with our body when we sleep? And when we don't sleep?What is occurring during the different phases of the sleep cycle?How can we take steps to measure our sleep?How can intermittent fasting help us age more gracefully?Is intermittent fasting right for everyone? Men? Women? All ages?How is blood sugar related to top diseases, including cancer?Why does blood sugar dysregulation have such a negative impact on aging?Doe we need to lower our food intake as we get older?How does our intake of sugar impact aging including the appearance of our skin?What kind of foods should we be mindful of when we are considering our sugar intake?Is alcohol okay to drink in moderation as we age?How much muscle mass do we lose after 40 years of age?Why is the loss of muscle mass dangerous as we get older and how does this influence the onset of disease?What are the pros and cons of sun exposure?What should we be using if we are exposed to the sun long term?What should you know if you're using or plan to use retinol for as a preventative tool?For more information, please see below for resources:Dr. Mani Kukreja's website: https://livagewell.net/Dr. Mani Kukreja on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_mani.kukreja/Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Vanessa's Linktree (discount links, etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comHelp Abused and Homeless AnimalsCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life & a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showPodcast Website: https://intentionallywellwithvanessalopez.buzzsprout.comThis episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send Vanessa a Text MessageHere I had the pleasure of sitting down with Kyle Hamrick, the face behind @realgoodground on Instagram, to thoroughly discuss the details of liver flushing and the high importance of liver/gallbladder health.Along side the details of his personal journey, Kyle highlights the following:How the liver and gallbladder work together and how proper bile flow is a major key to the overall health of the body The tie between the liver/gallbladder and all kinds of illnesses and chronic health concernsAlcohol/substance abuse and how that causes high congestionHow emotional energy gets trapped within these two organs, and how deep healing can take place by detoxifying themWhy congestion is so prevalent in the liver and gallbladderHow we are deceived into thinking stones are rare or only seen via imagingThe protocol details of liver flushing and the benefitsTips for before/during/after flushingTypical healing reactions seen during and after flushingRetracing Ideal candidates for liver flushingThe difference between other types of cleansing and liver flushingThoughts for someone who's had their gallbladder removed Other modalities to consider if you're not quite ready to try flushingKyle also chats with me about his faith and how that's been his firm foundation through the depths of his health challenges, and he shares how God has called him to reach out towards others who may feel hopeless in their pain and suffering. This episode is filled with information that is sure to stir your thoughts and allow you to reflect on any concerns you may have about your health and well-being. It definitely did for me as you will certainly hear during our conversation!Kyle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realgoodground/ Liver Flush Book Resource: https://www.ener-chi.com/books/the-amazing-liver-gallbladder-flush/Info on Nutritional Balancing / Dr. Wilson: https://www.drlwilson.com/Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Vanessa's Linktree (discount links, etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comHelp Abused and Homeless AnimalsCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life & a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showPodcast Website: https://intentionallywellwithvanessalopez.buzzsprout.comThis episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Send Vanessa a Text MessageIn this discussion, I sit down with Wellness Entrepreneur, Behavior Change Specialist, and Podcast Host Chardét Ryel, as we unravel the complexities surrounding toxic "healthy" behaviors.In today's times, it's more important than ever to care for our bodies and our health, yet it's also easier than we assume to ironically fall into unhealthy patterns of obsession.  Chardét gives us a lot to ponder here, as we chat about the following:The WHY's on how fitness can evolve into an unhealthy practiceHow body image struggles often stem from our childhood and developmental yearsSocial media's role in this, and how we are often not shown the whole story with health/fitness influencersHow we easily justify and mentally minimize these behaviors due to the inherent nature of fitness and other wellness habitsHow toxic health/fitness behaviors can influence others around us including our childrenQuestions to reflect on if you sense the need to look deeper into this topic Actionable tools to implement NOW, in efforts to step into a more balanced and fulfilling lifestyle...and more. This episode is a must listen for both women and men who are committed to a healthy lifestyle and truly desire a mentally sustainable approach to achieving their goals and optimizing their well-being in general. Chardét's Website: https://feelgoodnakd.com/Feel Good Nakd Podcast: https://feelgoodnakd.com/podcast/Chardét on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itschardet/Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Vanessa Lopez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/Vanessa's Linktree (discount links, etc.): https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comHelp Abused and Homeless AnimalsCUDDLY helps give animals a healthy life & a loving home. Help Vanessa's charity of choice above.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showPodcast Website: https://intentionallywellwithvanessalopez.buzzsprout.comThis episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.