Rooted in Wellness with Mona Sharma

Mona Sharma

Welcome to "Rooted in Wellness" with me, Mona Sharma, your guide and celebrity holistic nutritionist. Embark on a transformative journey from imbalance to harmony, where ancient wisdom meets modern scientific insights. Growing up on an ashram, I embraced the philosophy that food is medicine and your kitchen is your health sanctuary. After navigating heart surgeries, anxiety, and weight challenges, I realized that common symptoms don't equate to normalcy. Join me as we unlock the power of our mind, body, and soul connection, and journey back to our roots to reclaim our authentic selves.

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Dec 3, 2025 • 0sec

88. Aging Backwards? The Truth About NAD, Energy, and Biological Age with Dr. Nichola Conlon

What if aging wasn’t something that simply “happens,” but a reflection of how well your cells are able to repair, restore, and keep you in balance?Today on Rooted in Wellness, I’m joined by Dr. Nichola Conlon, scientist and founder of Nuchido, to explore how NAD, cellular repair, and lifestyle shape the way we age from the inside out. We dive into what NAD actually does in the body, why it declines so quickly, and how stress, inflammation, and modern living accelerate that loss.We also explore biological versus chronological age, what the newest tests can actually tell us, and why certain trends, NAD IVs, high-dose NMN/NR, and supplement stacking, aren’t always supportive. You’ll hear grounded, practical habits that naturally activate your repair pathways, along with early clinical findings showing improvements in inflammation, sleep, and even biological age.Dr. Nichola Conlon is the founder and CEO of Nuchido, where she brings years of training in molecular biology and drug development to the world of accessible longevity. Her approach is deeply science-informed yet refreshingly balanced, focused on restoring the body’s own repair systems so we can feel more clear, energized, and rooted as we age.What's Discussed:(00:00) Why Nature Calms Your Cells (Not Just Your Mind)(04:42) The “Inner Repair System” Your Body Is Begging You to Remember(09:04) How Modern Life Speeds Up Aging (More Than Genetics Ever Will)(23:27) NAD 101: The Molecule Your Energy Runs On(29:19) The Truth About NAD IVs, NMN, and Supplement Stacking(37:55) How Fasting and Movement Switch Your Repair Pathways Back On(43:44) Rebuilding NAD the Way Your Body Actually Wants(48:50) What a 28-Day Clinical Trial Revealed About Biological Age(56:07) Why NAD Matters Even More in Perimenopause & Menopause(01:09:05) NAD and Sleep: The Missing Link No One Talks AboutThank You to Our Sponsors:Nuchido: You can get 20% off your first order at nuchido.com with code MONA20.Learn more about Mona Sharma:Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona’s 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips. Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation.Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma.Learn more about Dr. Nichola Conlon and Nuchido:Instagram: @drnicholaconlon Instagram: @nuchido Website: https://nuchido.com/

Nov 26, 2025 • 0sec

87. Why Infrared Saunas Work (When Some Traditional Ones Don’t) with Connie Zack

What if healing didn’t mean doing more, but simply returning your body to its natural rhythm?Today on Rooted in Wellness, I’m joined by Connie Zack, co-founder and co-CEO of Sunlighten, to explore how infrared and light therapy support the body’s innate ability to restore, repair, and regulate itself. We dive deep into what makes infrared different from traditional saunas, the science behind near, mid, and far wavelengths, and how each one interacts with your cells, mitochondria, and nervous system.We also discuss photobiomodulation, inflammation, HRV, sleep, and why the most powerful results come from consistency, not intensity. You’ll learn how to pair sauna sessions with breath work, meditation, and minerals to make them deeply restorative, especially during stressful or darker seasons.This is a conversation about reconnecting with light, warmth, and balance, the same elements our ancestors used to heal, through a modern, science-backed lens.Connie Zack is the co-founder and co-CEO of Sunlighten, a company dedicated to advancing safe, effective infrared and light therapies. We Also Discuss:(05:01) How infrared therapy became a daily ritual for calm, clarity, and balance.(17:55) The science behind infrared light and why not all wavelengths are created equal.(26:26) How light and heat work together to support detox, mood, and circulation.(36:12) The link between infrared therapy, mitochondrial energy, and longevity.(44:23) Why consistency, not temperature, creates the most powerful infrared results.(56:11) Simple ways to enhance your infrared sessions with breath, minerals, and ritual.(01:00:33) Real-life stories of healing and transformation through infrared therapy.(01:13:44) What’s next for infrared technology and how gratitude anchors true wellness.Thank You to Our Sponsors:Sunlighten: Experience the healing power of light for yourself. Visit get.sunlighten.com/monasharma and save up to $2,200 + FREE shipping + FREE gift with purchase through December 5th!Learn more about Mona Sharma:Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona’s 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips. Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation.Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma.Learn more about Connie Zack and Sunlighten:Instagram: @sunlightensaunas Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/sunlightsaunas/videos Website: https://www.sunlighten.com/

Nov 21, 2025 • 0sec

86. Staying Well When Life Gets Full: A Holiday Q&A (Part 1)

What if the holidays weren’t something you had to recover from, but a chance to return to your natural rhythm?Today on Rooted in Wellness, I’m answering your top questions about how to feel grounded, nourished, and supported through a season that often disrupts our routines. I break down how to strengthen immunity, support digestion, reduce bloating, and stay energized using both Ayurvedic principles and modern functional science.We explore mindful ways to enjoy nostalgic holiday foods without guilt, how to regulate your nervous system around emotional triggers, and simple rituals, like warm morning tonics, post-meal walks, herbal teas, and breathwork, that help you stay balanced even when schedules shift. I also share realistic tools for traveling, drinking mindfully, and navigating family dynamics with more ease and intention. This episode is an invitation to choose nourishment over perfection and stay rooted in what helps your body feel safe, calm, and well.What's Discussed:(00:06) How to Stay Well When the Holidays Disrupt Your Rhythm(12:34) Winter Indulgence Without the Aftermath: Digestion That Actually Feels Good(22:48) Enjoy the Treats You Love Without Spiraling or Guilt(30:22) Travel-Proof Your Gut: Simple Microbiome Support on the Go(44:53) How to Break the Holiday Binge–Restrict Cycle for Good(51:42) What to Do Right After You Overindulge (Without Punishment)(01:02:23) Realistic Holiday Self-Care: Rituals That Keep You Grounded(01:15:33) A Rooted Approach to Joy, Health, and Ease This SeasonLearn more about Mona Sharma:Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona’s 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips. Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation.Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma.

Nov 19, 2025 • 0sec

85. The Real Reason You’re Not Recovering Like You Used To with Dan Pardi

What if longevity wasn’t about adding more to your routine, but about helping your body do what it’s already designed to do?Today on Rooted in Wellness, I’m joined by Dan Pardi, Chief Health Officer at Qualia Life Sciences, to explore how stem cells, cellular repair, and resilience actually work in the body. We discuss why recovery shifts as we age, the role of inflammation in slowing regeneration, and how simple lifestyle rhythms like movement, sleep in true darkness, fasting, and circadian alignment create the internal environment for healing.We also look at senolytics, autophagy, and stem cell support through a grounded, science-informed lens that feels accessible rather than extreme. This is the bridge we love on this show: emerging research meeting practical daily life.Dan Pardi leads health strategy and research at Qualia Life Sciences, where he focuses on supporting the body’s natural repair systems through education, systems-level formulation, and a healthspan-first approach. His work blends emerging science with real-world application to help people feel well longer.We Also Discuss:(00:00) Why Healing Isn’t Just Physical: The Emotional + Lifestyle Foundation(04:55) Resilience in Real Life: Getting Back on Track with Compassion(10:25) We Don’t Age All at Once: Personalized Aging & Repair Patterns(14:08) Stem Cells 101: The Body’s Built-In Repair System(20:33) What We Get Wrong About Healing (and What Actually Works)(28:28) How Stem Cells Keep Us Young—Until They Don’t(33:20) Stem Cell Exhaustion: Why Recovery Slows with Age(50:14) Supporting Regeneration Without Overwhelm(58:21) The Pulse Protocol: Activating Repair, Then Resting(01:07:44) The Future of Aging: Reprogramming, Senolytics & Longevity Science(01:22:18) How to Explore Stem Cell Support Safely and IntentionallyThank You to Our Sponsors:Qualia: If you’d like to try the products Dan and I talked about, you can visit www.qualialife.com/mona and use my code MONA for 15% off.Bon charge: Bon charge: Go to boncharge.com and use the code MONA to treat yourself to this incredible mask and get 15% off today.Stress Quiz: The way you react to stress isn’t random—it’s rooted in your biology and lived experience. Discover your unique stress type + get a personalized healing plan to help you feel more calm, clear, and resilient. Take the quiz now:monasharma.com/quizLearn more about Mona Sharma:Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona’s 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips. Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation.Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma.Learn more about Dan Pardi and QualiaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Qualialife Instagram: @qualialife LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danpardi/

Nov 12, 2025 • 0sec

84. Why You Can’t Heal Your Hormones Without Healing Your Gut with Dr. Guy Citrin

What if the symptoms you’re trying to fix, fatigue, bloating, anxiety, weight change, are really your body’s way of asking you to listen? Today on Rooted in Wellness, me and my guest Dr. GuyCitrin, explore the intricate connection between the gut, hormones, and nervous system, and how inflammation and stress create the “stuck” feeling so many women describe. This is the bridge we love on this show: modern functional medicine meeting ancient wisdom in a way that feels empowering, not overwhelming.In this conversation, we dive into why gut health must come before hormone therapy, how nervous system regulation transforms digestion, and why true detoxification isn’t a cleanse, it’s a reconnection to your body’s natural rhythm. We also discuss peptides, NAD, and regeneration through a balanced, grounded lens.Dr. Guy Citrin is a board-certified naturopathic doctor and founder of Citrin Wellness and EndoAxis, where he helps patients restore vitality through integrative gut and hormone optimization. He blends evidence-based functional medicine with the wisdom of Ayurveda and emotional healing to guide people toward true regeneration.What's Discussed:(00:00) Reclaiming Your Health: What Wellness Really Means(05:58) The Gut is the Gateway: Where Real Healing Begins(16:15) How Gut Health Shapes Every Hormone in Your Body(24:34) Decoding Female Hormones: What Balance Actually Looks Like(31:26) PCOS Is Not One Thing: Understanding the Real Root Causes(42:30) Your Nervous System on Fire: The Hidden Cost of Inflammation(47:03) Stress, Digestion, and the Body’s Cry for Safety(51:13) Detox Without Deprivation: Supporting the Body’s Natural Rhythm(01:04:16) Learning to Trust Your Body Again(01:08:36) The Peptide Conversation: When Modern Science Meets Healing(01:14:00) NAD, Regeneration, and the Future of Cellular Repair(01:21:40) Creating a Whole-Body Ecosystem for Lasting WellnessLearn more about Mona Sharma:Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona’s 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips. Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation.Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma.Learn more about Dr. Guy Citrin:Website: https://www.doctorguy.com/ Clinic: https://citrinwellness.com/ Instagram: @askdrguy

Nov 5, 2025 • 0sec

83. Quantum Biology Free Tools Your Body Already Understands With Dr. Catherine Clinton

What if the most powerful medicine is already free and built into your biology? Today on Rooted in Wellness, we explore light, water, sound, and coherence through the lens of quantum biology, and how these simple inputs help your body remember how to heal. This is the bridge we love on this show: ancient wisdom meeting modern science in a way that feels practical and human.In this conversation, we break down quantum biology in plain language, connect circadian rhythm to mitochondrial function, and get specific about morning light, daytime “sun breaks,” and the role of darkness at night. Why minerals and infrared matter for real hydration, and how music, humming, and chanting can shift nitric oxide, vagal tone, mood chemistry, and a felt sense of safety. We also get honest about coherence and nervous system regulation. For the data lovers, we touch on emerging research linking heart coherence to mitochondrial resilience, plus when labs help and when the basics move the needle first.My guest is Dr. Catherine Clinton, a naturopathic physician, author, and educator whose work weaves modern research with indigenous wisdom. She teaches practitioners worldwide and shares accessible tools that reconnect us to nature, community, and the intelligence of the body.We Also Discuss:(00:00) Where Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Science(09:50) How Light Speaks to Your Cells(21:55) Activating Your Body’s Innate Healing Intelligence(36:36) The Science of Sound: How Music Rewires Your Biology(41:57) The Hidden Language of Energy and Vibration(46:01) Emotional Coherence: Why Feeling It All Heals You Faster(01:00:17) The Daily Rituals That Sync Light, Sound, and Body(01:11:48) The Return of Ancient Healing in Modern MedicineThank You to Our Sponsors:Qualia: Qualia Stem Cell was designed to support your body’s natural repair systems, helping you heal, recover, and keep going strong. And right now, you can try it for up to 50% off at qualialife.com/MONA. And here’s a bonus, use the code MONA for an additional 15% off your order at qualialife.com/MONA.Sunlighten: Experience it for yourself. Visit https://get.sunlighten.com/monasharma and use code MONA to save up to $1,400 on your sauna today.Learn more about Mona Sharma:Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona’s 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips. Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation.Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma.Learn more about Dr. Catherine Clinton:Website: https://www.drcatherineclinton.com/ Instagram: @dr.catherineclinton

Oct 29, 2025 • 1h 10min

82. Tired, Foggy, And Told You’re Fine? The Truth About Thyroid Health with McCall McPherson

What if your thyroid labs say you’re “normal,” but your body keeps saying otherwise? In this episode of Rooted in Wellness, my guest McCall McPherson, PA-C, founder and medical director of Modern Thyroid Clinic, joins me to uncover the science, symptoms, and solutions behind the thyroid epidemic. We explore why millions of women are told their labs look fine yet still feel exhausted, foggy, anxious, or stuck in bodies that no longer respond the way they used to. Together we unpack what’s missing in conventional thyroid care: why optimal ranges matter more than “normal,” how Hashimoto’s and Graves fit into the autoimmune puzzle, and how hormonal shifts during postpartum and perimenopause often trigger deeper imbalances. We talk adrenals, cortisol patterns, gut inflammation, and toxins, and how to use fasting and movement as gentle tools for restoration rather than depletion. McCall McPherson, PA-C, is the founder and medical director of Modern Thyroid Clinic, a nationwide integrative telemedicine practice specializing in advanced thyroid and hormone optimization. What's Discussed: (00:00) Why “Normal” Isn’t Well: The Hidden Story of Thyroid Health (08:47) The Labs That Actually Matter, and Why Ranges Can Mislead You (18:42) Autoimmunity, Hormones, and the Female Thyroid Connection (26:47) Metabolism, Fasting, and Healing from the Inside Out (39:13) Adrenals, Cortisol, and How Stress Shapes Thyroid Function (49:25) Movement That Heals: Rethinking Exercise for Energy and Balance (01:02:33) Food, Inflammation, and the Power of Personalized Nutrition (01:10:00) From Confusion to Clarity: Becoming Your Own Thyroid Advocate Thank You to Our Sponsors: Rooted Academy: Join Rooted Academy by Mona Sharma, a science-backed, community-driven wellness platform designed to help you heal from within. Start your journey to balance, vitality, and lasting transformation. https://www.monasharma.com/rooted Boncharge: Go to boncharge.com and use the code MONA to treat yourself to this incredible mask and get 15% off today. Learn more about Mona Sharma: Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona’s 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips. Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation. Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma. Learn more about McCall McPherson: Website: https://www.modernthyroidclinic.com Instagram: @mccallmcphersonpa Instagram: @modernthyroid

Oct 22, 2025 • 1h 13min

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