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Jen Smiley, an expert in food label interpretation, discusses the importance of reading food labels for a healthy lifestyle. Topics include top ingredients to avoid, surprising healthy ingredients, oils to avoid, the problem with natural flavors, vitamins on processed food labels, vegan foods to avoid, and more. Learn about clean brands and how to get kids to embrace clean foods.

We’ve all heard cows emit more greenhouse gasses than cars and cow farts are destroying the planet, but these often-cited *facts* are simply inaccurate. Beef can be an environmentally-destructive or environmentally-friendly food depending on how it's raised. So in this week’s podcast author, attorney and rancher, Nicolette Hahn Niman, busts myths about beef and animal agriculture so you can understand the true environmental and human health consequences of the meat you eat. Here are a few of my favorite topics: The environmental consequences of factory farms Do cows emit more greenhouse gasses than cars? The human health consequences of factory farms  The banned additives used in factory farms The 2 meats almost always raised in factory farms  The bacterial infection linked to factory farms The truth about beef & methane The 3 issues with the methane argument The benefits of cows for the environment Why she gave up vegetarianism Why meat helps us age more gracefully I LOVED this conversation and hope you do, too! Please share this valuable information with anyone you think might benefit.   Valuable Resources: Paleovalley Beef Sticks >>> Add 100% Grass Fed & Finished Red Meat to your diet with Paleovalley Beef Sticks HERE! Defending Beef: The Ecological & Nutritional Case for Meat by Nicolette Hahn Niman >>> Click HERE to Learn More + Get the Book NOW!

Board certified holistic nutritionist, Judy Cho, struggled with binging and purging cycles and overexercising on a plant-based diet.  At one point, her symptoms became so severe she was sent to an eating disorder facility where she was prescribed antidepressants and antipsychotics.  Nothing seemed to help until she tried an all-meat, Carnivore diet.  Since that time, Judy has experienced a full recovery and written the best-selling book, The Carnivore Cure.  She is now on a mission to teach people about the healing powers of meat, so tune into this week's podcast for her fascinating story and all the juicy details on why meat is important for physical and mental health. Here are some of the highlights… The shortcomings of current eating disorder treatments The link between vegan diets and mental health The origins of our fear around meat The dangerous compounds found in plant foods (for certain people) Why meat is healing for the brain The link between iron issues and brain health The link between dietary cholesterol and heart disease risk The conditions that may be helped by a carnivore diet How to start a carnivore diet A day of meals in the life of a carnivore How to know if carnivore is right for you And so much more! Judy’s story is fascinating and expertise is invaluable so tune in and don’t forget to share this important information with those you love. Valuable Resources: Paleovalley Beef Sticks >>> Add 100% Grass Fed & Finished Red Meat to your diet with Paleovalley Beef Sticks HERE! Nutrition with Judy — Judy Cho >>> Learn more + Get your FREE mini course on how to make the carnivore diet work for you HERE!

We all know the well-demonstrated benefits of high quality food, but what you might not know is that thousands of studies have also revealed the potent, healing benefits of red light for things like… Skin conditions like eczema Collagen production Sleep Recovery Performance Hormonal health Mood And much more! Using my red light has improved my skin and sleep dramatically and you can learn all about the science behind its benefits, how to use it for best results and how to get your own red light in this week’s podcast with the co-founder of Joov, Wes Pfiffner! Here are some of my favorite takeaways: His nonnegotiable morning routine Why the San Francisco 49ers are using red light How red light is different than blue light and infrared How exactly red light reduces inflammation The link between light and disease How red light affects the microbiome The 2 ways red lights benefits the skin Why red light can improve sleep How red light helps you relax What time of day to use red light How red light benefits hormonal health Which wavelengths are most beneficial Why the sauna is different than red light The difference between far and near infrared How frequently to use red light for best results The people who should not use red light Where to use red light And so much more! I hope you love this podcast as much as I did! Please tag someone in the comments who you think may benefit! Valuable Resources: Paleovalley Turmeric >>> Support your body's ability to reduce inflammation with Paleovalley Turmeric Complex HERE! Joovv Red Light Therapy >>> Click to Learn more about medical-grade red light therapy + Save $50 with code: PALEOVALLEY

We’ve all heard vegan diets are better for our health and the planet. But what you might not know is there are many vested interests in the “plant-based” message and vegan diets can cause serious (and sometimes irreversible) health issues, especially for kids. Which is why in this week’s podcast brilliant author and journalist, Jayne Buxton, breaks down the serious flaws with plant-based diets outlined in her groundbreaking book, The Plant-Based Con. If you are considering going vegan for your health or the planet or have friends and family who are, this podcast is a must-listen!  Here are some of my favorite takeaways: Common nutrient deficiencies in vegan diets Why anti-nutrients can be an issue for vegans The dangers of vegan diets in kids Who benefits from plant-based messaging Why the media is reluctant to talk about the danger of vegan diets The problem with the research against meat Why dietary guidelines recommend reducing red meat The real dietary culprits The truth about beef’s environmental footprint Why models of food’s carbon emissions can be faulty Why the Global Burden of Disease’s recommendation to avoid red meat is problematic Why the “eat less meat” message benefits the economy How her life has changed since she wrote the book Please listen and share this important information with anyone who may benefit. I sincerely hope it’s helpful.   Valuable Resources: Paleovalley Grass Fed Beef Sticks >>> Try the highest quality, nutrient-dense, clean protein with Paleovalley’s 100% Grass Fed Beef Sticks HERE! The Great Plant-Based Con - Jayne Buxton >>> Learn more about Jayne Buxton’s work + Get the book HERE!

Iron deficiency anemia is the most common nutrient deficiency worldwide affecting more than one billion people resulting in symptoms like:  Weakness Impaired cognitive function Decreased immune function Developmental issue And while many of us turn to iron supplements to raise iron levels - Morley Robbins, mineral expert, author of the Copper Cure, and today’s podcast guest, believes there is much more to the story. In fact, Morley believes iron deficiency anemia is a copper, rather than iron, issue. Tune in to this week’s podcast for a fascinating exploration of iron-related issues, the best foods and supplements for improving iron status, and these fun facts… The valuable roles of copper for health Symptoms of copper-deficiency Why copper is misunderstood The true causes of anemia The food that cures anemia How to improve copper status Why ferritin is a poor marker for iron status in pregnancy Why too much iron is harmful  The 3 best sources of whole-food copper How to properly test copper and iron status Common lifestyle factors that harm copper When vitamin A toxicity may not be a concern How to talk to your doctor about your copper/iron status Morley has a grasp on the literature and practical implications of this topic, like no one else I have ever interviewed!! I know you will love this conversation and I sincerely hope it's helpful!!   Valuable Resources: Morley Robbins - Root Cause Protocol Institute >>> Learn how your body works + How to support your health HERE! Paleovalley Essential C Complex >>> Try one of the best sources of copper through whole food Paleovalley Essential C Complex HERE! Paleovalley Organ Complex >>> CLICK HERE to Learn why Paleovalley Organ Complex is one of the most nutrient-dense superfoods in the world! Paleovalley Supergreens >>> Improve your health with 22 superfoods PLUS the cleanest Spirulina available with Paleovalley Organic Supergreens HERE!

According to research the nutrient levels in our food are on the decline. In fact, between 1940 - 1990 - vegetables have lost… 24% magnesium 46% calcium 37% iron 76% copper  And meat has lost…. 55% copper 50% iron 29% calcium Why is this happening and what can we do about it?   You’ll have to tune into this week’s podcast with author and soil expert Dr. David Montgomery and Anne Biklé as they discuss the surprising causes and solutions for our nutrient-depleted food! Here are some of the highlights from our fascinating discussion: The major causes of land degradation Are organic foods more nutritious? The link between our soil and gut health Why soil microbes are important for human health The major problems with conventional agriculture How fertilizers create nutrient poor food The importance of phytochemicals for human health The main factor that determines a healthy farm Why what an animal eats affects its nutrient profile And so much more! Please share this important information with anyone you think it could benefit.  Thanks for listening. Paleovalley Grass Fed Beef Sticks >>> Support Regenerative Farmers + Enjoy all the health benefits of Paleovalley Grass Fed Beef Sticks HERE! David Montgomery & Anne Biklé — Dig2Grow >>> Learn more about this important work + Get their books HERE!  

According to the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention stress is a leading cause of illness, accounting for about two thirds of all doctors visits and 75% of illnesses today.  What that means is even if you eat a healthy diet and exercise daily, unaddressed stress could be the reason you’re still sick and tired.  Annnnd if you’ve been alive on planet Earth in the last 3 years, it’s likely that your stress levels are higher than ever which is why I am thrilled to share this week's podcast with bestselling author and friend, Dr. Izabella Wentz, about her new book The Adrenal Transformation Protocol: A 4-Week Plan to Release Stress Symptoms and Go from Surviving to Thriving.  We talk all about symptoms of stress, how to eat to reduce stress, the best supplements for stress and how to cultivate a less-stress lifestyle. Here are some other fascinating takeaways you’ll learn about… How stress affects our health Signs your body is overstressed Tests you can use to determine how stress is affecting you Signs of adrenal dysfunction in kids A simple dietary trick for reducing stress Traditional diagnosis that may be a result of adrenal issues Why most mainstream practitioners don’t diagnose adrenal issues A simple daily practice for making your body feel safe Fasting and stress A simple adrenal cocktail recipes The link between vegan diets and Hashimoto’s The surprising food for healing Hashimoto’s Supplements for brain fog and depression Two common beverages that may exacerbate adrenal dysfunction The best supplements for improving adrenal function Lifestyle tips for reducing stress And so much more! Please share this podcast far and wide given that the topic can help pretty much everyone. Valuable Resources: Adrenal Transformation Protocol by Dr. Izabella Wentz >>> Get your 4-Week Plan to Release Stress Symptoms & Go from Surviving to Thriving HERE! Paleovalley Essential C Complex >>> Support your Health with the Most Powerful, Natural Vitamin C Product on the Planet + Save up to 20% HERE!

Intellectually understanding which foods are health supportive is not always enough to yield sustainable dietary change.  Why? Because most of us fall victim to self sabotage.  In fact, almost 95% of those who lose weight gain it all back within one year which is why in today’s podcast Eating Psychology Expert and best-selling author, Marc David, we break down how and why we self sabotage and how to transform that tendency. Here’s what you’ll learn… The cause of self sabotage How to overcome self sabotage The simple strategy to prevent binge eating The 8 eating archetypes and how to work with them for sustainable weight loss Common toxic nutritional beliefs (and how to overcome them) The little-known cause of weight loss resistance The best way to approach weight loss Why weighing yourself daily can be an issue How can we become “embodied” and why it’s beneficial How to redefine your relationship with food How to reduce your dependency on food as a sole source of pleasure And so much more!  I completed Marc’s Eating Psychology Program back in 2012 and it was life changing and I sincerely hope this conversation is as impactful for you as his program was for me. Valuable Resources Paleovalley Supergreens >>> Support your nutritional needs & feel GOOD with Paleovalley’s Organic Supergreens packed with 23 superfoods HERE! The Emotional Eating Breakthrough Program >>> Discover how to drop the shame, confusion & struggle with food HERE! 8 Eating Archetypes Mini-Course >>> Claim your FREE access to this 3-part video course HERE!  

We’ve all heard dietary saturated fat and cholesterol cause heart disease - but what you might not know - is that the evidence for this belief is not as foolproof as we’ve been led to believe.  And given that heart disease is still America’s #1 kill responsible for almost 700,000 deaths per year - understanding what you can do to prevent it is paramount.  In this week’s podcast with the author of Understanding The Heart: Surprising Insights Into The Evolutionary Origins Of Heart Disease - And Why It Matters, Dr. Hussey, we explore 3 little-known (and preventable) causes of heart-based issues and the common misunderstandings keep us stuck.  Dr. Hussey provides invaluable insights given his clinical experience and admitted obsession with the heart, but also because he experienced a heart attack and the shortcomings of current systems and strategies personally in 2020. This conversation was truly fascinating and I hope you walk away feeling as surprised and informed as I did. :) Here are some of my favorite takeaways:  The link between intense exercise and heart attacks The best test for preventing heart attacks The biggest misconception around heart disease Why heart attacks occur without a blockage The #1 risk factor for heart disease The food most of us are eating that may be linked to heart disease Why collagen is important for the heart Lifestyle tips for heart disease prevention Why the sauna is especially heart healthy The supplement that can prevent clots as well as medications The animal-based nutrients that protect the heart The link between heart and dental health And so much more! Please share this important information far and wide, friends.   Valuable Resources: Dr. Stephen Hussey - Resource Your Health >>> Click to Learn more about Dr. Hussey’s work + Get his books HERE! Paleovalley Grass Fed Bone Broth Protein >>> Support lowering the risk of Heart Disease with Paleovalley’s Grass Fed Bone Broth Protein!