Green Living with Tee

This week Tee welcomes Mastering Menopause coach Stephanie Shaw for an insightful and holistic look at coping with and treating symptoms of menopause and perimenopause. Stephanie is a health & wellness speaker and host of the podcast Hello, Hot Flash. An educator by nature, Stephanie took the strategies she implemented to recover from a two-year illness and turned them into a nutrition coaching and online education business where she teaches midlife women how to manage their hormones to lose weight and slow the aging process.  In this episode, Tee and Stephanie discuss the journey of menopause and how proper diet, nutrition, and mindset can help women control the change and not let the change control them! Stephanie reflects on her experiences with healing her menopause symptoms through proper testing and nutrition while sharing insightful tips on what to avoid in our everyday household and beauty products. By applying these principles and fostering a more holistic approach towards their menopausal years, Stephanie hopes to help women sleep better, increase their libido, and tackle anything midlife may throw at them. Stephanie’s online course, Mastering Menopause, supports midlife females by helping them peel back the layers that are blocking them, so they can control the change. As a result, women build lasting lifestyles of confidence, energy, and a body they deserve. You can learn more about the podcast and the course at hellohotflash.com or get free health resources at hellohotflash.com/shop. Connect with Stephanie:  Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin Pinterest Hormone Balancing Recipes Mastering Menopause Discount Code: TEE50  for the first 10 listeners who sign up! ___________________________________________ Follow Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes and The Green Living Gurus: Tee’s Organics - Therese’s Healthy Products for You and Your Home:  Green Living Gurus Website  Instagram Youtube Facebook Healthy Living Group on Facebook Tip the podcaster! Support Tee and the endless information that she provides: Patreon Venmo: @Therese-Forton-Barnes last four digits of her cell are 8868 For further info contact Tee: Email: Tee@TheGreenLivingGurus.com Cell: 716-868-8868 DISCLAIMER: ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED HERE IS GENERAL GUIDANCE AND NOT MEANT TO BE USED FOR INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR PROVIDER OR DOCTOR FOR MEDICAL ADVICE. Produced by Social Chameleon  

There is a growing demand from homeowners for contractors, home builders, and home improvement products that are green and healthy. The increased awareness of toxic chemicals in building supplies, furniture, paints, and so many aspects of our homes has forced building supply manufacturers to rethink the materials they use and their approach toward both new builds and remodeling. In today’s episode, Tee had the privilege of speaking to an expert in this revolution of healthier non-toxic building materials Andrew Pace. Andrew is a Healthy Home Concierge and Founder of The Green Design Center, a leading resource for homeowners and contractors looking to source products that are healthy and green and receive expert consulting advice on designing and building healthy green homes. Andrew is the host of the weekly Non-Toxic Environments Podcast. He is a worldwide expert on green and healthy building products and services for customers and contractors from around the globe. As founder of the oldest healthy building supply company in the United States, Andrew has become one of the single most helpful and educational experts dealing with the day-to-day concerns of those individuals who suffer from allergies, asthma, and chemical sensitivities.  In this episode, Andrew and Tee discuss some of the most important factors that homeowners need to consider when looking to remodel their home or purchase a new home. Andrew points out the major points of toxicity in most homes while offering up his advice on everything from alternative paints to non-toxic building materials that will both reduce your risk of exposure and improve your quality of life. This is a must-listen episode for anyone who is looking to remodel or even make some simple improvements to their home, apartment, or condo. Concerns for health, environmental impact, and sustainability are Andrew’s specialty and he is determined to find the right product for your project.  Connect with Andrew:  Website Instagram Facebook Twitter ____________________________________________________ Follow Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes and The Green Living Gurus: Tee’s Organics - Therese’s Healthy Products for You and Your Home:  The Green Living Gurus Website  Instagram Youtube Facebook Healthy Living Group on Facebook Tip the podcaster! Support Tee and the endless information that she provides: Patreon Venmo: @Therese-Forton-Barnes last four digits of her cell are 8868 For further info contact Tee: Email: Tee@TheGreenLivingGurus.com Cell: 716-868-8868 DISCLAIMER: ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED HERE IS GENERAL GUIDANCE AND NOT MEANT TO BE USED FOR INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR PROVIDER OR DOCTOR FOR MEDICAL ADVICE. Produced by Social Chameleon  

This week Tee is thrilled to welcome Alyssa Chavez to the podcast to help us break down how toxic chemicals, pesticides, and poor diet can affect a woman's fertility, increase their odds for endometriosis, and imbalance their hormones. Alyssa is an endo and infertility warrior turned Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Restorative Wellness Practitioner. She helps women through her Thrive With Endo 1:1 coaching program to get to the root cause of their endo symptoms or infertility by healing from the inside out and is so passionate about helping women to be able to live their life to its fullest and truly be able to achieve their dreams. In this episode, Alyssa will guide listeners through some of the fundamental causes and treatments for endometriosis while pointing out some of the toxins in our everyday products, cleaning supplies, and foods that are causing the condition. In addition, Alyssa also addresses how both men's and women’s hormones are being disrupted by these same chemicals, pesticides, and household products and how they affect the massive rise in infertility, early onset puberty, and hormonal conditions.  Infertility and endometriosis are both difficult conditions to treat and address in our world. This being said, Alyssa is passionate about helping women find a more holistic approach to these conditions by pinpointing the small steps that they can take to avoid risk factors and contributors to these ever-growing concerns in women’s reproductive health and overall wellness. Connect with Alyssa:  Website: Visit For Your Free 3-Day Endo Reset Mini Course or 1 on 1 Consultation Instagram Facebook  ____________________________________________________ Follow Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes and The Green Living Gurus: Tee’s Organics - Therese’s Healthy Products for You and Your Home: https://thegreenlivinggurus.com/shop-tees-organics/ The Green Living Gurus Website: https://thegreenlivinggurus.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenlivinggurus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7_phs1GZUPzG21Zgjnqtw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenLivingGurus Healthy Living Group on Facebook Tip the podcaster! Support Tee and the endless information that she provides: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheGreenLivingGurus Venmo: @Therese-Forton-Barnes last four digits of her cell are 8868 For further info contact Tee: Email: Tee@TheGreenLivingGurus.com Cell: 716-868-8868 DISCLAIMER: ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED HERE IS GENERAL GUIDANCE AND NOT MEANT TO BE USED FOR INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR PROVIDER OR DOCTOR FOR MEDICAL ADVICE. Produced by: https://socialchameleon.us/

This week Tee is excited to welcome Amy White to the podcast to discuss healthy weight loss and proper nutrition at any age. Amy is a functional, holistic, nutritionist who approaches women’s health and wellness through body balance. It is her belief that food is information and most body imbalance is due to a simple communication issue. Amy’s nutrition background combined with her training as a life coach is how she helps her clients achieve and maintain their health and body results regardless of their age, gender, or stage in life. In this episode, Tee and Amy dive into some of the most common misconceptions about dieting and food and how redefining your relationship with food is critical to burning fat and achieving your weight loss targets. Amy unpacks the importance of choosing foods high in protein and healthy fats to truly satiate your cravings while giving your body the nutrients it needs. Amy also explains some of the common obstacles that her clients encounter and how transforming your view of diet into a holistic approach towards health and wellness is key to anyone's weight loss success. Connect with Amy: Website Instagram Facebook TikTok Hangry to Healthy Coaching  ____________________________________________________ Follow Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes and The Green Living Gurus: Tee’s Organics - Therese’s Healthy Products for You and Your Home: https://thegreenlivinggurus.com/shop-tees-organics/ The Green Living Gurus Website: https://thegreenlivinggurus.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenlivinggurus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7_phs1GZUPzG21Zgjnqtw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenLivingGurus Healthy Living Group on Facebook Tip the podcaster! Support Tee and the endless information that she provides: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheGreenLivingGurus Venmo: @Therese-Forton-Barnes last four digits of her cell are 8868 For further info contact Tee: Email: Tee@TheGreenLivingGurus.com Cell: 716-868-8868 DISCLAIMER: ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED HERE IS GENERAL GUIDANCE AND NOT MEANT TO BE USED FOR INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR PROVIDER OR DOCTOR FOR MEDICAL ADVICE. Produced by: https://socialchameleon.us/  

This week Tee was delighted to welcome Jenn Malecha to the show for an educational look at how fluctuations and changes in our hormones affect everything from our mood to our sleep cycle. Hormonal imbalances are common amongst women in the menopausal years. However, in recent years we have seen a surge in hormone disruptors attributed to an array of both environmental toxins and lifestyle factors. In this episode, Jeen helps to walk listeners through some of the steps that you can take to gain back the balance in your hormones and achieve a healthier happier lifestyle. Jenn supports busy, health-minded professionals in taking back control of their health by giving them access to the proper lab tests and resources so they can find the missing pieces of their health puzzle, actually fix what is wrong, and get back to feeling like themselves again. Using over a decade of personal training experience, training in Functional Diagnostic Nutrition®, and Transformational Coaching, Jen creates personalized health-rebuilding programs for clients that are realistic and sustainable for long-lasting results, empowering clients to be the boss of their own health. If you’re ready to look at the “big picture” of your health (not just one disconnected piece at a time), to embrace health as a way of being, and to stop settling for anything less than you deserve when it comes to your health and happiness, then Jenn is exactly who you've been looking for! Connect with Jenn:  Website Blog Facebook  Instagram YouTube ____________________________________________________ Follow Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes and The Green Living Gurus: Tee’s Organics - Therese’s Healthy Products for You and Your Home: https://thegreenlivinggurus.com/shop-tees-organics/ The Green Living Gurus Website: https://thegreenlivinggurus.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenlivinggurus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7_phs1GZUPzG21Zgjnqtw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenLivingGurus Healthy Living Group on Facebook Tip the podcaster! Support Tee and the endless information that she provides: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheGreenLivingGurus Venmo: @Therese-Forton-Barnes last four digits of her cell are 8868 For further info contact Tee: Email: Tee@TheGreenLivingGurus.com Cell: 716-868-8868 DISCLAIMER: ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED HERE IS GENERAL GUIDANCE AND NOT MEANT TO BE USED FOR INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR PROVIDER OR DOCTOR FOR MEDICAL ADVICE. Produced by: https://socialchameleon.us/  

A healthy gut means that there are more good bacteria than harmful bacteria in your gut and that harmful bacteria do not overtake the good. The balance of bacteria in the gut flora can lead to many health benefits, including reducing inflammation that can lead to so many different illnesses and diseases. Amy Spindel is a functional holistic nutritionist with a mission: to help kids and adults fix their guts so they can thrive without digestive distress. Amy applies a multidisciplinary approach to her work, exploring and supporting body, mind, and spirit to determine and then provide recommendations around rebalancing the root causes of clients’ digestive and other health issues. Amy’s support addresses a wide variety of symptoms and imbalanced body systems, from gut health to mental health, autoimmunity to allergies and food sensitivities, hormone imbalances to metabolic dysfunction, and more. She received her masters in holistic nutrition from Hawthorn University with additional training and certification from the School of Applied Functional Medicine and mentorships with Drs. Liz Lipski and Jason Hawrelak. She also holds a masters in social work from Columbia University, and previously practiced as a behavioral and family therapist in home based and outpatient settings. She is Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and has also achieved the sought-after Applied Functional Medicine Certification, with additional credentials in safe dietary supplement use, gluten-free diets for wheat-related disorders, and the culinary and pastry arts. Amy owns Food With Thought Nutrition, a fully virtual practice that consists of a team of functional nutritionists and health coaches based out of Plano, Texas. She additionally serves on the clinical education team at the School of Applied Functional Medicine and is the staff nutritionist for Phoebe, a virtual support platform for pregnant and postpartum moms. Amy enjoys hiking, cooking, gardening, spending time with family, traveling, playing board games and the flute, and studying the wondrous world of gut microbes. Connect with Amy:  Facebook Instagram Access Amy’s free guide, 5 Steps to Overcoming Digestive Issues, on her Website ____________________________________________________ Follow Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes and The Green Living Gurus: Tee’s Organics - Therese’s Healthy Products for You and Your Home: https://thegreenlivinggurus.com/shop-tees-organics/ The Green Living Gurus Website: https://thegreenlivinggurus.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenlivinggurus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7_phs1GZUPzG21Zgjnqtw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenLivingGurus Healthy Living Group on Facebook Tip the podcaster! Support Tee and the endless information that she provides: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheGreenLivingGurus Venmo: @Therese-Forton-Barnes last four digits of her cell are 8868 For further info contact Tee: Email: Tee@TheGreenLivingGurus.com Cell: 716-868-8868 DISCLAIMER: ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED HERE IS GENERAL GUIDANCE AND NOT MEANT TO BE USED FOR INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR PROVIDER OR DOCTOR FOR MEDICAL ADVICE. Produced by: https://socialchameleon.us/  

This week Tee welcomes Lauren Nelson, a traditional naturopath and health coach, to educate listeners on how your blood work may be sending confusing and perhaps false signals about your overall health. After 16 years of coping and managing her own chronic illness, which left her home and bed-ridden for many of her best years, Lauren took healing into her own hands.  After diving into her blood work Lauren realized that many of the answers were clear if only she knew how to read them. It turned out that she simply needed to interpret the information and charts differently. After spending years self-diagnosing and studying her symptoms, Lauren regained her health and now helps clients determine the root cause of their health issues, in part using her own expertise and experience. Lauren points out some of the key signs to look for when examining your bloodwork and some of the lifestyle changes that you can apply to your everyday life to start feeling good and living life to the fullest. Follow Lauren: Website Instagram TikTok _____________________________________________________ Follow Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes and The Green Living Gurus: Tee’s Organics - Therese’s Healthy Products for You and Your Home: https://thegreenlivinggurus.com/shop-tees-organics/ The Green Living Gurus Website: https://thegreenlivinggurus.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenlivinggurus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7_phs1GZUPzG21Zgjnqtw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenLivingGurus Healthy Living Group on Facebook Tip the podcaster! Support Tee and the endless information that she provides: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheGreenLivingGurus Venmo: @Therese-Forton-Barnes last four digits of her cell are 8868 For further info contact Tee: Email: Tee@TheGreenLivingGurus.com Cell: 716-868-8868 DISCLAIMER: ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED HERE IS GENERAL GUIDANCE AND NOT MEANT TO BE USED FOR INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR PROVIDER OR DOCTOR FOR MEDICAL ADVICE. Produced by: https://socialchameleon.us/

Tee is delighted to welcome Dr. Akil Palanisamy for an informative and practical conversation about autoimmune diseases, the practice of integrative medicine, and exploring some of the research that he has discovered while writing his new book, The TIGER Protocol: An Integrative, 5-Step Program to Treat and Heal Your Autoimmunity. Dr. Akil Palanisamy, MD, is a Harvard-trained physician who practices integrative medicine, blending his conventional medical expertise with holistic approaches including functional medicine and Ayurveda. Dr. Akil attended Harvard University and graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in biochemical sciences. He earned an MD from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and completed family medicine residency training at Stanford University. He then graduated with a fellowship in integrative medicine with Dr. Andrew Weil at the University of Arizona and received certification in mind-body medicine from the Georgetown University Center.  Dr. Akil is also the Department Chair for Integrative Medicine at the Sutter Health Institute for Health and Healing (IHH). He serves as IHH Physician Director for Community Education and leads their educational initiatives and programs. Dr. Akil has been a consultant with the Medical Board of California for many years. A widely known speaker and educator, he is the author of THE TIGER PROTOCOL and The Paleovedic Diet: A Complete Program to Burn Fat, Increase Energy, and Reverse Disease. As he has done for over two decades, Dr. Akil sees patients and conducts clinical research studies in the San Francisco Bay Area. In his free time, he enjoys playing tennis, traveling, and spending time with his wife and daughter. Connect with Dr. Akil: Website: https://doctorakil.com/ Book: https://doctorakil.com/preorders/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorakil Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorakil/ _____________________________________________________ Follow Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes and The Green Living Gurus: Tee’s Organics - Therese’s Healthy Products for You and Your Home: https://thegreenlivinggurus.com/shop-tees-organics/ The Green Living Gurus Website: https://thegreenlivinggurus.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenlivinggurus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7_phs1GZUPzG21Zgjnqtw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenLivingGurus Healthy Living Group on Facebook Tip the podcaster! Support Tee and the endless information that she provides: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheGreenLivingGurus Venmo: @Therese-Forton-Barnes last four digits of her cell are 8868 For further info contact Tee: Email: Tee@TheGreenLivingGurus.com Cell: 716-868-8868 DISCLAIMER: ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED HERE IS GENERAL GUIDANCE AND NOT MEANT TO BE USED FOR INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR PROVIDER OR DOCTOR FOR MEDICAL ADVICE. Produced by: https://socialchameleon.us/  

This week Tee was grateful to welcome Samantha Ruth to the podcast for a healing and reflective look at love, grief, and finding the power to move on. Samantha is a Transformational Psychologist, Speaker, and Best Selling Author, however, her world was shattered into millions of pieces when she unexpectedly lost her husband. Instead of giving up, Samantha turned her pain into helping others to do the same by guiding them to be their true selves not who they think they need to be, by embracing their differences, and by living life on their own terms.  In their talk, Samantha and Tee explore the many ways that we can begin to cope with and find help healing from extreme grief and trauma. From taking in the healing power of nature to accepting the love of pets and animals, Samantha shares her wealth of knowledge and experience. In addition to addressing healing practices and mental wellness techniques, Samantha also addresses how toxic relationships and even family members can often contribute to our emotional stress and anxiety during times of loss. Though sometimes painful, she shares her advice with listeners on how to set boundaries in these relationships and if need be, how to cope with severing them completely.  Samantha’s mission is to change the way the world views both grief and mental health, so people can openly speak about whatever issues they have and get the help they not only need but deserve without fear of judgment, labels, and repercussions. Connect with Samantha:  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/samantharuth Twitter: https:/www.Twitter.com/Samanthamruth _____________________________________________________ Follow Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes and The Green Living Gurus: Tee’s Organics - Therese’s Healthy Products for You and Your Home: https://thegreenlivinggurus.com/shop-tees-organics/ The Green Living Gurus Website: https://thegreenlivinggurus.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenlivinggurus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7_phs1GZUPzG21Zgjnqtw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenLivingGurus Healthy Living Group on Facebook Tip the podcaster! Support Tee and the endless information that she provides: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheGreenLivingGurus Venmo: @Therese-Forton-Barnes last four digits of her cell are 8868 For further info contact Tee: Email: Tee@TheGreenLivingGurus.com Cell: 716-868-8868 DISCLAIMER: ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED HERE IS GENERAL GUIDANCE AND NOT MEANT TO BE USED FOR INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR PROVIDER OR DOCTOR FOR MEDICAL ADVICE. Produced by: https://socialchameleon.us/  

This week Tee is delighted to welcome Ivory Howard to the show to discuss the many benefits of Yoga. Regular yoga practice can reduce levels of stress and body-wide inflammation, contributing to healthier hearts. Several of the factors contributing to heart disease, including high blood pressure and excess weight, can also be addressed through yoga. When practiced regularly it makes the body more durable and less susceptible to illnesses. Ivory understands that everyone’s relationship with health and wellness is different, and she seeks to honor that with her work. Ivory provides her clients with challenging workouts, focused on strength, balance, and flexibility to help them reach their health and fitness goals. She is a certified yoga and pilates instructor and received her Master of Public Health and advanced training in plant-based nutrition. Ivory has been seen in US News and World Report, Health Digest, Fit & Well, Weight Watchers, the Zoe Report, Sisters from AARP, Shoutout LA, Men’s Book Atlanta, Voyage, LA, and other publications for helping others achieve their health and fitness goals. In this chat, Tee and Ivory discuss the basics of getting started with Yoga and address some of the health and lifestyle benefits that come with a more active lifestyle. Follow Ivory: Website: https://programs.ivoryhoward.com Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/flatbellypilates Twitter: https://twitter.com/flatbelly TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flatbellypilates YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHzMf9y94sLqxMIwfhAhzXg Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/flatbellypilates Ivory offers a subscription program to help busy, professional women to workout consistently so that they can reach their health and fitness goals with ease. This subscription includes access to all pre-recorded classes, live group classes, and online content. Green Living with Tee Podcast listeners get 30% off any subscription with promo code GLPODCAST. Free Class and Guide on How to Survive Pilates: A Guide for Your First (or Next) Class is available at https://programs.ivoryhoward.com/programs/fitinfive?categoryId=130393. _____________________________________________________ Follow Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes and The Green Living Gurus: Tee’s Organics - Therese’s Healthy Products for You and Your Home: https://thegreenlivinggurus.com/shop-tees-organics/ The Green Living Gurus Website: https://thegreenlivinggurus.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenlivinggurus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7_phs1GZUPzG21Zgjnqtw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenLivingGurus Healthy Living Group on Facebook Tip the podcaster! Support Tee and the endless information that she provides: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheGreenLivingGurus Venmo: @Therese-Forton-Barnes last four digits of her cell are 8868 For further info contact Tee: Email: Tee@TheGreenLivingGurus.com Cell: 716-868-8868 DISCLAIMER: ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED HERE IS GENERAL GUIDANCE AND NOT MEANT TO BE USED FOR INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR PROVIDER OR DOCTOR FOR MEDICAL ADVICE. Produced by: https://socialchameleon.us/