Be Well by Kelly Leveque

Dr. Lindsey Elmore is a former pharmacist, author, speaker, podcaster, and network marketing leader with a knack for cutting through the confusion and sharing the truth about the myriad of health and wellness choices available. She shares her passion for natural wellness on stages around the world and reaches countless others through her lively social media platforms.We talk about her journey into, and away from, traditional medicine – inspired by her own patient’s journey after tearing her ACL. Leaning into non-traditional practices, she became an expert on the history of both branches of wellness, those defined as “medicine” in 1906, and the expansive natural world of “everything else”.We dabble all over the spectrum in this one, going from the recorded history of pharmacy and healthcare into more modern issues seen in marketing, dosages, drug pricing, evidence-based research, and so much more.Dr. Lindsey is a vibrant truth teller, a guest who’s energy and inspiration for the subject matter can be seen, felt, and heard in every word she speaks. We’re so thankful she took the time to educate our community today on so many important, and overlooked, issues.We also cover…00:01:47 — Getting to Know Dr. Lindsey Elmore Her background in biology and chemistryGetting into (and out of) pharmacy workFirst experience being a patient Exploring acupuncture and integrative medicineGrappling with the fear of harming her patients Personal experiences that changed her approach to healing 00:11:35 — History of Pharmacy & Healthcare The introduction of plant medicine (cocaine and morphine)The 1906 Food and Drugs ActCould you patent the sun? - Jonas SalkThe deep impact of Arthur SacklerMommy’s little helper (Valium)The Flexner Report of 1910Transforming the meaning of evidence based medicine 00:21:02 — Messy Marketing & MessagingOxycontin crisis and layers of failure Illegal marketing practices Huge gap in evidence-based research What are “me-too” drugs?Lack of oversight on drug pricingStatistical manipulations in drug research00:29:42 — Myth Busting Drugs & Dosage RangesChemical dependency with antidepressants Tips for starting medications and getting educated on your prescriptionsMetformin and weight gainWhat drives our cortisol response and insulin levels? The hierarchy of hormones00:45:44 — Dr. Lindsey on Thyroid Disease and Achieving WellnessTips for getting full-spectrum lab testing and how to read your lab valuesPatient education on taking thyroid medication Daily practices and advice for wellnessYou deserve to be healthyResources:Website: lindseyelmore.comRead: Dr. Lindsey Elmore on AmazonInstagram: @lindseyelmoreYouTube: Dr. Lindsey ElmoreFacebook: Dr. Lindsey ElmorePodcast: The Lindsey Elmore ShowCourses: wellnessmadesimple.usConnect with Kelly:kellyleveque.comInstagram: @bewellbykellyFacebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykellyBe Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:Athletic GreensAG1 | Get 1 FREE year of Vitamin D immune support along with 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/BEWELL.HiyaGet 50% off your first order at HiyaHealth.com/Kelly and give your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy, happy adults.BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

We find ourselves back in the all-important microbiome in today’s extra-informative episode of the Be Well By Kelly podcast. We’re joined by Dr. Megan Rossi, a fellow boy mom, gut-obsessed nutritionist who founded the Gut Health Doctor and is considered one of the most influential gut health specialists in the world. She's also a registered dietician with an award-winning PhD in gut health – my kind of expert!Frustrated that her research findings weren't reaching the public and seeing fads and potentially dangerous misinformation on gut health being spread online, Megan took to social media to share credible evidence-based advice and has built an engaged community of hundreds of thousands of followers in the process.Her breadth of knowledge bridges the gaps between science, the food industry, and our day-to-day lives – making this conversation a biodiverse bonanza of actionable steps and research-backed information for a healthier microbiome.We also cover…00:01:41 — Getting Into Gut Health EarlyHow the loss of her grandma inspired her careerWorking with the Australian Olympic synchronized swimming teamStudying links between IBS and FODMAPs Love Your Gut by Dr. Megan RossiTips for reintroducing FODMAPs00:13:16 — Gut Health & Microbiome Research2018 study on gut health and plant-centric diet Benefits of biodiversity in our dietsWhat’s happening with polyphenols?Gaps in early development of postbiotic products Fasting vs. biodiversity The importance of healthy fiber by the numbers The Super 6 plant-based food groupsRenewed testing of food additives in Europe 00:30:50 — Practical Tips & TakeawaysReading labels for harmful ingredientsFocus on inclusion, not exclusionDr. Megan's online recipesCost effective hacks to fiber-filled homemade mealsFull-body health (and mental health) roles of gut bacteriaTips for baby’s microbiome development Debunking  gut health myths Resources:Read: Eat More, Live Well & How to Eat More Plants by Dr. Megan RossiRead: Eat Yourself Healthy & Love Your Gut by Dr. Megan RossiRecipes: theguthealthdoctor.com/recipesWebsite: theguthealthdoctor.comInstagram: @theguthealthdoctorConnect with Kelly:kellyleveque.comInstagram: @bewellbykellyFacebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykellyBe Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:Vuori Performance ApparelGet 20% off your first order of Vuori AND free shipping on orders over $75 at vuori.com/kelly.Athletic GreensAG1 | Get 1 FREE year of Vitamin D immune support along with 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/BEWELL.BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

Michael Rubino is an air quality expert and wellness advocate helping to bridge the gap between our homes and their direct impact on our health. He's also the founder of Home Cleanse, a company dedicated to addressing the worldwide health epidemic caused by poor indoor air quality and he’s today’s guest on the podcast.Through his nonprofit, Change the Air Foundation, and collaboration with over a hundred doctors globally, Michael strives to not only raise awareness but also provide solutions to correctly identify and remove the pollutants causing the worldwide health crisis.I have to say, I have not been this excited about a podcast episode in a really long time. Selfishly, it's because we're moving into our new home and I find that clean-home advice is really hard to come by.Micheal is a leading expert in this field and leaves us with a notebook chock full with actionable advice on identifying mold issues in the home, dealing with micro-toxic loads, clean-home renovation, air filtration, and so, so much more. Enjoy!We also cover…00:02:20 — Meeting Michael Rubino: The Mold MedicThe Mold Medic: An Expert’s Guide on Mold RemovalFollowing the family business Connecting Hurricane Sandy to mold sicknessWhat are mycotoxins?100,000 (known) species of moldHow mold can impact the body and mind When to test your home for mycotoxinsFunctional medicine with Will Cole00:14:38 — Fortifying Your Home EnvironmentPrioritizing air quality at homeMold testing and how it’s doneTheDustTest.comDetermining what’s normalThe thin line of liability and medical advice00:24:18 — Understanding Your Myotoxic BurdenMycotoxin Testing: RealTime Lab + Great Plains LaboratoryUnderstanding direct correlations in the data The Mold Medic: An Expert’s Guide on Mold RemovalUrine testing vs. blood testing Detox and recovery Shannon’s story – reduced symptoms in 7 days00:34:44 — Managing Mold in Your HomeTesting a house you’re thinking of buying and managing dust test timing expectationsMold can grow in as quickly as 24 to 48 hoursAddressing mold in the home and dehumidifying air to a healthy range Places and situations mold thrives Using whole-house fans (maybe don’t)Air filtration 101 – what to filter and how to select a good air filtration unit Free viral dust test hack Resources:Instagram: @themichaelrubinoYoutube: @themichaelrubinoWebsite: themichaelrubino.comRead: The Mold Medic: An Expert’s Guide on Mold RemovalChange The Air Foundation: changetheairfoundation.orgShop: The Dust Test Shop: Intellipure UltraFine Whole House Air CleanerConnect with Kelly:kellyleveque.comInstagram: @bewellbykellyFacebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykellyBe Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.Athletic GreensAG1 | Get 1 FREE year of Vitamin D immune support along with 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/BEWELL.

Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim are founders of WeNatal, a new functional prenatal supplement intentionally designed for women and men. With a team of industry-leading doctors and nutrition experts, they're committed to bringing an innovative prenatal option to the market so couples and babies can thrive in the growth stage of life.Female founded and female led, they are passionate about educating consumers about the importance of preconception care – a mission seeded in their own journeys around pregnancy loss. We talk about how these two friends came together to start such an amazing company, improving egg/sperm quality, serious issues with more common prenatal supplements, and so much more.As you may know by now, I’m pregnant again – and I'm a proud advisor for WeNatal! After first meeting Ronit and Vida, I knew immediately that their passion was going to be behind the formulation, keeping up with research, and always putting science first.We also cover…00:02:04 — The Shared Inspiration Behind WeNatalRonit and Vida share consecutive losses of pregnancyIt Starts with the Egg by Rebecca FettLearning how to improve egg quality50% of miscarriages happen because of sperm(!)Reinventing the prenatal We’re facing a fertility crisis Kelly’s miscarriage experience 00:10:28 — Doing the ResearchIdentifying huge issues in existing women’s prenatal options Kelly’s experience with Doctors prescribing improper supplementsLack of third-party testing Avoiding excess waste with subscription model The WeNatal Journal00:16:04 — What Makes WeNatal Special?Creating a bioavailable and binder-free supplement Taking a firm stance on ingredient integrity Increasing the odds of fertility with a prenatal for men Formulating a new and enhanced prenatal for women Prioritizing choline and iron Kelly’s experience with pre and postpartum iron deficiency 00:26:54 — Supporting Your Fertility JourneyThe Couples Guide to ConceptionHealthy behavioral changes: Lifestyle and home environment tips EWG Approved: Think Dirty App, Credo Beauty, The Detox MarketDon’t overwhelm yourself with biohackingWhat else should we be taking during Pregnancy?Innovating WeNatal products based on relevant research and consumer needs00:41:27 — Reflecting onPregnancy LossThe importance of being vulnerable with their audienceBenefit of community building and expressing gratitude to overcome lossOpening the WeNatal Facebook support group  Resources:Website: wenatal.comShop: The WeNatal JournalFree Guide: The Couples Guide to ConceptionInstagram: @we_natalConnect with Kelly:kellyleveque.comInstagram: @bewellbykellyFacebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykellyBe Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.Athletic GreensAG1 | Get 1 FREE year of Vitamin D immune support along with 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/BEWELL.Vuori Performance ApparelGet 20% off your first order of Vuori AND free shipping on orders over $75 at vuori.com/kelly.Timeline NutritionTimeline Nutrition | Visit timelinenutrition.com/kelly or use the code “KELLY” for 10% off your first order of Mitopure

I am so excited to have Jeremy Horowitz on today's show. He is the CEO and co-founder of Hume Supernatural, a natural deodorant brand I am also so proud to be an investor and advisor for. Jeremy brings a diverse legal and business expertise to Hume and to this conversation.I’m also excited because – we’re in Whole Foods! It’s a big moment for the business, and for all of the team members involved in it. The milestone also provides a great jumping off point for Jeremy to talk us through how Hume came to be and where it’s headed in the future.Today's episode is all about taking your small business, building an amazing team of awesome humans around it, and allowing it to take off like a rocket ship. To celebrate, you can head to humesupernatural.com and use the code KELLYPODCAST for 15% off your first order.We also cover…00:02:38 — Jeremy’s Entrepreneurial Journey Early experience in the legal fieldAll-encompassing financial work with the San Diego PadresInvesting in St. Archers lighting-fast evolutionWhat is the cool factor?Evolution of influencer-backed businesses Kelly’s journey with brand deals Duplicating his beverage business model launch success in Australia 00:22:46 — The Story of Hume Supernatural Getting into the natural deodorant spaceBuilding Hume’s initial team of investors, advisors, and ambassadors Creating our own advanced  formula for natural deodorant with Melissa Christenson #45Kelly on her own experience with natural deodorant Digital launch just before the pandemic Making it inclusive, diverse, irreverent, and fun!How, when, and why Kelly joined the Hume teamMaking it easier to prioritize your health and wellness00:43:59 — Big Breaks & Brand DealsWall Street Journal’s “Fragrance-Free Deodorant of the Year”Moving from DTC-to-Amazon-to-retail dealsLanding the big fish: Sprouts and Whole FoodsJeremy’ tips for launching in retail Growing an ecommerce sales channelFinal advice on team/brand buildingResources:Use the code KELLYPODCAST for 15% off your first order at Hume Supernatural!Instagram: @humesupernaturalTikTok: @humesupernaturalFacebook: Hume SupernaturalConnect with Kelly:kellyleveque.comInstagram: @bewellbykellyFacebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykellyBe Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:LMNT | Head to DrinkLMNT.com to check out the chocolate medley bundle.Athletic GreensAG1 | Get 1 FREE year of Vitamin D immune support along with 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/BEWELL.BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

Today's guest is so impactful to the millions of people that she supports online, it only made sense to bring her back for a second session. Dr. Nicole LePera, also known as The Holistic Psychologist, started as a clinical psychologist in private practice, but often found herself frustrated by the limitations of traditional psychotherapy, wanting more for her patients and for herself.Nothing short of a paradigm shift, Dr. LePera's teachings empower the individual to break free from trauma cycles and create who they want to become. Her latest workbook, How To Meet Yourself, hits bookstores on December 6th. It's now up for pre-order, and I highly recommend it.In this one – we outline the three levels of her workbook and the impact each has on our understanding of self, jump on the story loop for a ride through human neurology, learn ways to connect a disconnected nervous system, and so much more.If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or even underwhelmed by your life and the world around you, this is the perfect episode for you. Dr. LePera’s voice breaks through the noise with clarity and purpose that will leave you inspired and ready for more.We also cover…00:02:52 — Please, Feel Your Feelings!Developing the language to describe her situationHumans are creatures of habitHow seeking validation dictated her athletic backgroundExternal validation vs. love vs. safety Modifying the self to fit social norms caused by both internal and external pressures Dr. LePera’s authentic needs pyramid The importance of showing up as your best self as a parent to create a ‘safe’ environment for your kids00:16:59 — Finding (and Following) A New PathThe moment she first considered her own needs  Expanding past a survival-based experience Tuning in to your own narrative Reconnecting with a disconnected nervous system with breathwork and other toolsOutlining her new workbook, How To Meet YourselfGetting out of your head and dropping into your heart space How ‘emotional baggage’ can become trapped in our bodies Learning to be consciously present in your body and deal with the emotions00:37:46 — Tools for Managing Your Own ExpectationsEmbracing evolution and flow through awarenessLetting go of perfectionism and unrealistic expectations   Dropping into (all of) our authentic feelingsLearning to consciously release and process the 6 core emotions  Breaking the story loop to write your own From student to teacher and changing the world by showing up as her authentic self Resources:Workbook: howtomeetyourself.comWebsite: theholisticpsychologist.comInstagram: @the.holistic.psychologistYouTube: The Holistic PsychologistTwitter: @TheholisticpsycSelfHealers.Circle: @selfhealers.circleConnect with Kelly:kellyleveque.comInstagram: @bewellbykellyFacebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykellyBe Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

My guest today is Michael Easter, a leading voice on how humans can integrate modern science and evolutionary wisdom for improved health, meaning, and performance. He travels the globe to embed himself with brilliant thinkers and people living at the extremes. He's the author of the bestselling book, The Comfort Crisis, and a professor of journalism at UNLV.We spend this one unpacking the comfort crisis and the complex experiences that seeded this concept in Michael’s mind as something more than an observation of his own life. He covers his nutrition journey, why learning how much he was eating was the key to understanding his own metabolic equilibrium, highlights a few fascinating teachers and researchers that have inspired him along the way, and applies his crisis lens to another, more surprising, neurological gem under siege – creativity in kids.His application of learned lessons is a breath of fresh air. Backed in research, but avoidant of the weeds – his POV is heart-filled and psychological, but not out of reach. Big thanks to Michael for sharing his deep wisdom with us today.We also cover… 00:01:24 — Unraveling The Comfort CrisisInspiration for The Comfort CrisisStruggling with drinking and getting soberLearning the reward of walking through discomfortWorking with Donnie VincentHow an extreme excursion outlined his bookNutrition work with Trevor KasheyWhy you eat vs. what you eat with Trevor KasheyPitfalls of enforcing rigid eating rules 00:21:55 — Doing the Work: Lifestyle ChangesChoosing foods that are ingredients > foods that have ingredients Positive effects of spending time in nature The Nature Pyramid by Rachel Hopman Working with our  hands vs. our heads00:36:54 — Growth Through ChallengeWhat exactly is a misogi challenge?Commenting on the sports science work of Marcus Elliot Inventing a challenge to push past limiting beliefsThe developmental significance of rites of passage Hard things are the ultimate teacher00:48:27 — Creativity & Happiness Across CulturesRemembering the research of Ellis Paul TorranceIQ vs. creativity testing with regard to life outcomes The commercialization of ideas and the creativity crisis among kidsHappiness research in Buton (not a single stoplight)Life is impermanent: Find joy in experiences over material thingsAmerica’s false happiness checklist Get out there and do hard things!Resources:Read: The Comfort Crisis by Michael Easter Shop: The Comfort Crisis by Micheal EasterWebsite: eastermichael.comInstagram: @michael_easterConnect with Kelly:kellyleveque.comInstagram: @bewellbykellyFacebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykellyBe Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

Dr. Lauren Kelley-Chew is the Head of Clinical Product at Levels, a groundbreaking health and wellness brand using technology to try and reverse the metabolic health crisis. Wearing the device, users unlock a wealth of knowledge about how their body works, helping people understand how their food directly impacts their health and quality of life.We talk about how she went from being on the waitlist for Levels, to being recruited to work there. At the time, reckoning with a surprising (but not surprising) prediabetes diagnosis – she was looking for answers. She found them in the data.We spend most of this one deep in the science, getting granular on how Levels works, ways people can use its scores to improve their blood sugar, and their lives as a result, and how her research could change the way people view nutrition forever.It is that simple, and it is that complex. Blood glucose is one our favorite topics to dissect – and we manage to break new ground each time another expert shares their perspective. This conversation is no different, packed with knowledge and an advanced understanding of what makes us tick.For a limited time, Levels is offering listeners 2 additional free months on your annual Levels Membership when you sign up through levels.link/KELLY.We also cover…00:01:30 — Lauren & Levels: Using Tech to Promote HealthLevels brief explanation and mission statementThe impact of Lauren’s pre-diabetic outlookGetting recruited to Levels Reacting to her prediabetes diagnosisGoing on her own research journey onlineCommenting on the work of Robert LustigBenefits to studying a healthy populationResearch highlights at Levels  00:13:20 — Personalizing Nutrition With DataPersonalizing recommendations using data Understanding your body’s inputs Surprising effect that oatmeal has on blood sugarCommon symptoms of metabolic issues  Kelly connects her childhood ADD diagnosis to blood sugar dysregulation Finding balance and creating boundaries around sugar as a parentScoring meals and metabolism in Levels Healthy ranges of blood sugarThe freeing effect of CGM tracking (knowledge is power!)Reconnecting with your body and finding food freedomSnacking when it comes to metabolic health00:33:40 — Managing Your Blood SugarPossible disease and dysfunctionInsulin irregularities and PCOSLink between insulin resistance and hormonal imbalancePregnancy and metabolic healthModern medicine’s disconnection from the root causeCGM: one of the best things you can do for yourselfMenstrual cycles and metabolic healthCalling out blood sugar offenders and ways to minimize the spikeMake a choice, not a cheatTips to support your metabolic healthUS listeners - For a limited time, Levels is offering my listeners 2 additional free months on your annual Levels Membership when you sign up through levels.link/KELLY.UK listeners - Head to Levels.link/KELLYUK to join the Levels waitlist and be the first to get access to the UK beta product, once it's available!Resources:Website: laurenkelleychew.comInstagram: @drkelleychewLinkedIn: Lauren Kelley-Chew, MDBlog: levelshealth.com/blogLevels Podcast: Nutrition & Kids: A parent's perspective (Kelly LeVeque & Ben Grynol)Connect with Kelly:kellyleveque.comInstagram: @bewellbykellyFacebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykellyBe Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:Vuori Performance ApparelGet 20% off your first order of Vuori AND free shipping on orders over $75 at vuori.com/kelly.HiyaGet 50% off your first order at HiyaHealth.com/Kelly and give your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy, happy adults.BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

My guest today is Mary Lawless Lee. She is a mother, writer, entrepreneur, and digital media personality dedicated to living creatively, chasing curiosity, and exploring the world through the lens of fashion, family, travel, and design. Happily Grey, her now-iconic fashion and lifestyle blog, serves as a loving space for readers to connect with Mary's life experiences, and their own, journeying together through life's highs, lows, and in betweens.But she’s not just an influencer OG. Adding a retail space and – now, a book – to her resume, she’s a perfect example of someone who seems to juggle everything at once with ease. Her new book, and this conversation, tell a different story. Her radical honesty and grounded mindset root her in reality, and helped her escape struggles with an eating disorder, perfectionism, people pleasing, and a toxic marriage. Thank you, Mary, for spending some time with our community today. We also cover…00:01:40 — Turning a Passion Into a LifestyleGrowing up in east Texas and going to nursing schoolWorking for 7 transformative years in the cardiovascular ICUJournaling as a meditation practicePaying $50 for her first blogging websiteEarly days of HappilyGrey.comBuilding a community and lifestyle brandExpanding into skincare – nemah.comSide hustle status for 3.5 yearsDay-to-day of life as a bloggerBuilding a team from scratch and forging her own pathThe importance of brand culture and collaborationMaking a good (and bad) brand deal00:18:14 — Nēmah Skincare & Happily GreyMarrying her clinical background with digital marketing and motherhood Developing products that are authentic to youInvesting in safe, clean formulas Happily Grey by Mary Lawless LeeLife is not all black and whiteFinding freedom in the in-between00:24:49 — Mary’s Personal Growth & EvolutionStruggling with perfectionism and people pleasingUnpacking Mary’s experience with an eating disorder Recovery is a never-ending journeyAccountability, honesty, and giving up control Having gratitude for your physical selfWorking amid the perceptions and expectations of social media Gathering tools and building a support systemVulnerability seeds connection Happily Grey by Mary Lawless Lee Career and life advice for following your passionsResources:Read: shophappilygrey.comBook Tour: shophappilygrey.com/pages/mybookNēmah Skincare: nemah.comInstagram: @marylawlessleeWebsite: happilygrey.comConnect with Kelly:kellyleveque.comInstagram: @bewellbykellyFacebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykellyBe Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.Athletic GreensAG1 | Get 1 FREE year of Vitamin D immune support along with 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/BEWELL.

I'm so excited about today's guests, Tero Isokauppila and Danielle Ryan Broida of Four Sigmatic, a functional foods company that wants to make the world's most studied, nutrient-dense foods – mushrooms – more delicious and easier to consume by bringing healthy upgrades to market.Tero is the company’s founder and CEO, touting a long history of herbal understanding from his childhood in Finland and early exposure to the field of natural wellness. Danielle is a key player in the worldwide mushroom movement, having joined forces with Tero about five years ago. As a registered herbalist, nutritionist, instructor of psychology and the head of education at Four Sigmatic, she’s teaching the world about the importance of a life on functional mushrooms. In this episode, they debunk misinformation behind the trendy food product and its widening commercialization, and go deep on the rich history of adaptogens around the world.Their new book, the ultimate textbook for all things adaptogens, titled: Healing Adaptogens, is out now. Join us for an ultra-informative conversation as these two experts shed new light on these mysterious little organisms and the huge positive impact they can, and do, have on the world. We also cover…00:02:09 — Honoring Nature As MedicineTero’s Nordic wellness wisdomAdaptogens for sports performanceDiscovering the Japanese matsutake, ‘pine mushroom’ also grows in FinlandDanielle’s journey around the world to herbal medicineFunctional mushroom-based treatmentReferring her patients (then, herself) to Four SigmaticAccessing our Ancient Allies 00:25:51 — Adaptogens 101The History of Adaptogens- Latin meaning: to fit or adjust20 to 30 species fall under this categorySynergistic Beings- Non-toxic, normalizing, and non-specificGenerations of documented useHealing Adaptogens by Tero and DanielleBenefits of biodiversity in our dietMeeting the 5 functional mushrooms adaptogensDeep dive on how Lion’s Mane helps focus and cognition Brain, nervous system, and gut health as the next frontierTraveling the blood-brain barrier Enhancing performance with cordyceps mushroomSupporting the symphony of the bodyFungi is everywhere (good and bad)00:50:12 — Research, Safety & SourcingAdaptogens come from all over the worldResearch from some regions is more developed Revealing studies from the supplement industry Are mushroom supplements right for you?Good fungi fighting bad fungi Sourcing quality wild mushroomsWhat fungi have in common with sea crustaceans  The critical importance of extraction to create clean supplementsSpotlighting other adaptogensBeginner’s adaptogens: holy basil and cacao Healing Adaptogens by Tero and DanielleAlways check in with your healthcare practitioner before taking any new supplements, including Adaptogens.Resources:Read: healingadaptogens.comWebsite: us.foursigmatic.comTero Isokauppila: teroisokauppila.comTero on Instagram: @iamteroFour Sigmatic on Instagram: @foursigmaticDanielle Ryan Broida: danielleryanwellness.comDanielle on Instagram: @danielleryanbroidaConnect with Kelly:kellyleveque.comInstagram: @bewellbykellyFacebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykellyBe Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:Vuori Performance ApparelGet 20% off your first order of Vuori AND free shipping on orders over $75 at vuori.com/kelly.BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.