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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Mar 19, 2025 • 59min

43. How Psychedelics Can Heal Trauma (When Used the Right Way!) with Payton Nyquvest

Healing is often presented as a straightforward path: visit the doctor, take the prescribed medication, follow the treatment plan. But what if true healing is far more complex—deeply rooted in both the mind and body?In this episode, I sit down with Payton Nyquvest, founder and CEO of Numinus, to explore the intersection of psychedelic therapy, trauma healing, and the ancient wisdom that modern medicine often overlooks.We’ll discuss how psychedelics influence neuroplasticity and memory processing, why they are not a shortcut to healing but rather a tool for deeper self-awareness, and the crucial distinction between therapeutic and recreational use. Payton also breaks down the mechanisms behind trauma storage in the body and how intentional psychedelic-assisted therapy may help unlock profound healing.As a leader in the integration of psychedelics into healthcare, Payton brings a grounded, evidence-based perspective to a topic that is often misunderstood. Whether you're curious about the science behind these therapies or simply seeking a deeper understanding of how to reconnect with yourself, this conversation offers invaluable insights.We Also Discuss:(00:00) Psychedelics and Ancient Wellness Integration(06:43) Daily Wellness Practices and Psychedelic Therapy(13:18) Therapeutic Potential of Psychedelic Therapy(21:25) Psychedelic Therapy(28:07) Healing Through Psychedelic Experiences(40:58) Psychedelic Therapy and the Science(50:35) Transformative Potential of Psychedelic Therapy(01:03:33) DMT Healing Ceremonies in TulumThank you to our sponsorFatty 15: Fatty15 is on a mission to optimize your C15:0 levels and help you live healthier, longer. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/MONA and using code MONA at checkout.Keywords:Psychedelics, Ancient Wisdom, Modern Healthcare, Numinous Health, Transformative Journey, Meditation, Breath Work, Nutrition, Resilience, Mental Health, Therapeutic Potential, Ketamine-Assisted Therapy, Brain, Default Mode Network, Self-Awareness, Healing, Microdosing, Education, Regulation, Respect, Holistic Healthcare, Ancient Practices, Modern Science, Personal Growth, Decriminalization, Clinical Trials, MDMA, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Personalized Treatment, Chronic Pain, Neuroplasticity, MAPS, Drug Approval, Health Optimization, Organic Food, Clean Water, Microdosing Industry, Postpartum Depression, Mental Health Care, Personalized Protocols, Curative Approach, Mental Health Diagnoses, Rapid Transformation, DMT, Tulum, Healing Experience, Emotional Release, Trauma, Pain, Sobbing, Nature, Beauty, Healing Energies, Personal Growth, Emotional HealingLearn more about Mona SharmaWebsite: www.monasharma.comInstagram: @monasharmaSHOP NOW: Cymbiotika.com/MonasharmaLearn More about Payton NyquvestWebsite: https://numinus.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/numinushealth/#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.

Mar 12, 2025 • 1h 22min

42. Your Mind Is the Missing Link to Healing—Here’s Why… with Jim Curtis

We’ve been told that healing is all about diet, exercise, and supplements. But what if true healing goes beyond the physical?In this episode, I sit down with Jim Curtis, a healer, hypnotherapist, and NLP expert, to explore how emotional inflammation, subconscious programming, and unprocessed trauma impact our health more than we realize.We break down how unresolved emotions can manifest as chronic pain, illness, and anxiety, why food and supplements alone aren’t enough, and how hypnotherapy, NLP, and somatic practices can help rewire the subconscious for deep healing. Jim also reveals the most common limiting beliefs keeping people stuck and how shifting your frequency—not just your habits—can lead to real transformation.Jim Curtis is a leader in mind-body healing, NLP, and hypnotherapy, specializing in how subconscious beliefs shape physical health. With a background in nutrition, functional medicine, and behavioral psychology, he bridges the gap between scientific research and holistic healing.We Also Discuss:(00:00) Finding Rootedness in Modern Wellness(06:12) Mindful Eating, Self-Compassion & Healing(14:29) Emotional Regulation & Releasing Trauma(22:39) Transforming Limiting Beliefs with Hypnosis(30:53) The Power of Hypnotherapy for Healing(51:04) Expanding Consciousness Through Healing(01:02:47) Self-Reflection as a Tool for Transformation(01:16:49) Exploring Oneness & Human DualityThank you to our sponsor:OneSkin: Get 15% off your first order with the code MONA at oneskin.co/MONA Ancient Nutrition: Right now, Ancient Nutrition is offering 25% off your first order when you go to AncientNutrition.com/MONA Learn more about Mona SharmaDownload 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.SHOP NOW: Cymbiotika.com/MonasharmaLearn More about Jim CurtisInstagram: jimcurtis1Website: https://jim-curtis.myflodesk.com

Mar 5, 2025 • 1h 6min

41. Forget Everything You Knew About Skincare—THIS Is the Future of Anti-Aging with Dr. Carolina Reis Oliveira

We’re always looking for the next big thing in wellness—the latest supplement, the perfect skincare routine, the breakthrough treatment that promises to turn back the clock. But what if the real secret to aging well isn’t found in a lab but in the wisdom of nature?Today, I’m sitting down with Dr. Carolina Reis Oliveira, PhD scientist and co-founder of OneSkin, to talk about the future of skincare and how we can move beyond surface-level beauty to true skin longevity. She’s here to challenge everything we think we know about aging, starting with the idea that most skincare products don’t actually target the root cause of aging at all.In this episode, we’re breaking down the science of peptides, why collagen supplements might not be doing what you think, and the biggest mistakes people make when it comes to their skin. We also talk about something I think about a lot—how our modern lifestyle, from stress to social media to environmental toxins, is accelerating the aging process and what we can do to slow it down.Carolina’s journey from stem cell research to pioneering a new approach to skincare is fascinating, and trust me, you’re going to walk away from this conversation seeing beauty and longevity in a whole new way.Dr. Carolina Reis Oliveira is a PhD scientist in stem cell biology, co-founder, and CEO of OneSkin. With years of research in skin aging and cellular health, she’s redefining skincare with a science-first approach that actually targets aging at the molecular level.Listen now! We Also Discuss:(00:00) Finding Roots Away From Home(04:21) Addressing Echo Issues and Delegation Stress(11:03) Revolutionizing Skincare With Science(16:29) Peptides and Skin Aging Prevention(21:59) Understanding Peptides and Skin Aging(30:20) Long-Term Benefits of Skin Cell Renewal(55:03) Innovative Skincare for Aging Prevention(01:10:34) Exploring Ancient Wisdom for Modern WellnessThank you to our sponsorOne Skin: Visit oneskin.co/MONA and use code MONA for 15% off your first purchase.Learn more about Mona SharmaWebsite: www.monasharma.comInstagram: @monasharmaSHOP NOW: Cymbiotika.com/MonasharmaLearn More about Carolina Reis Oliveira, PhDWebsite: https://www.oneskin.co/ Instagram: oneskin.coDownload 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.

Feb 26, 2025 • 1h 10min

40. The ‘Health Food’ You’re Buying Might Be Fake! Here’s What to Look For… with Carly Kremer

We’re constantly searching for the next wellness breakthrough, the latest supplement, the perfect diet, the ultimate “hack” to feel our best. But what if true healing isn’t about adding more? What if the most powerful medicine has been right in front of us all along?Today, I’m joined by Carly Kremer, founder of Beekeeper’s Naturals, to explore how ancient healing meets modern science, and why bee products like propolis, royal jelly, and bee pollen might be the missing piece in your wellness routine.In this episode, we break down why most honey isn’t what you think and how to find the real thing, the hidden power of bee products for immunity, brain health, and hormones, and how pesticides in our food are affecting both human health and the environment, plus, what we can do about it. We also talk about the biggest mistakes people make in wellness (spoiler: more isn’t always better) and the simple shifts that help us stay present in the chaos of motherhood, business, and life.Carly Kremer is the founder and CEO of Beekeeper’s Naturals, a company redefining wellness with clean, science-backed remedies from the hive. Today, Beekeeper’s Naturals is a leader in pesticide-free beekeeping and sustainable medicine, helping people heal, while protecting the planet.We Also Discuss:(00:00) Deciding Where to Live(03:37) Balance for the Working Mom(12:26) Healing Power of Bee Products(19:45) Bee Products(30:09) The Benefits of Propolis for Health(33:54) The Power of Bee Products(46:14) Benefits of Bee Products for Health(55:10) Royal Jelly and Brain Health Therapies(01:04:53) The Importance of Bee ConservationThank you to our sponsor:Ancient Nutrition: Right now, Ancient Nutrition is offering 25% off your first order when you go to AncientNutrition.com/MONA. Learn more about Mona SharmaWebsite: www.monasharma.comInstagram: @monasharmaSHOP NOW: Cymbiotika.com/MonasharmaLearn More about Carly KremerWebsite: https://www.beekeepersnaturals.com/Instagram: @carly.kremerInstagram: @beekeepers_naturals

Feb 19, 2025 • 1h 15min

39. The Healing Secret You’re Overlooking (It’s NOT Diet or Exercise) with Dr. Theresa Bullard-Whyke

Science tells us one thing. Spirituality tells us another. But what if they’ve been saying the same thing all along?We’ve been conditioned to think that healing is either clinical or mystical, either you follow the science, or you dive into ancient practices. But what if the missing piece in your healing journey isn’t a better diet, a stricter routine, or even more discipline, but a whole new way of seeing yourself?In this episode, Dr. Theresa Bullard-White joins me to break down what quantum science, epigenetics, and ancient wisdom all point to: your body isn’t just reacting to life, it’s creating it. Together, we’ll talk about why the way you think, feel, and exist in the world has a direct impact on your well-being, and when you learn to shift from linear, Newtonian thinking to a quantum, multidimensional perspective, everything changes.Dr. Theresa Bullard-White is a physicist, author, and world-renowned teacher. With a Ph.D. in physics and decades of experience studying consciousness. As the host of Mystery Teachings on Gaia TV and co-founder of the Quantum Learning Academy, she empowers people to move beyond linear thinking.We Also Discuss:(00:00) Rootedness in Conscious Living and Purpose(03:55) Journey to Integrating Science and Spirituality(14:31) The Shift to Quantum Healing(23:56) Quantum Coherence and Epigenetics(36:49) Exploring Quantum Mindset and Purpose(40:48) Awakening Frequency and Consciousness(50:27) Elevating Consciousness Through Alchemy(58:51) Unlocking Healing Potential Through Activation(01:10:44) Simplifying Health and Quantum Mindset(01:15:55) Blending Spirituality and Quantum HealingThank you to our sponsor:Fatty 15: Unlock healthier aging with Fatty15! Get 15% off your 90-day Starter Kit at fatty15.com/MONA with code MONA—because longevity starts at the cellular level.IM8: Optimize your health with IM8—the all-in-one daily drink backed by science. Get 10% off with code MONASHARMA10 atim8health.com!Learn more about Mona SharmaWebsite: www.monasharma.comInstagram: @monasharmaSHOP NOW: Cymbiotika.com/MonasharmaLearn More about Dr. Theresa Bullard-WhiteWebsite: https://www.gaia.com/portal/theresabullard Instagram: @dr.theresabullardDownload 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.

Feb 12, 2025 • 1h 28min

38. This Part of Your Body Can Fix Your Sleep and Stress with Dr. Navaz Habib

Have you ever woken up after a full night’s sleep and still felt completely drained? Or noticed how stress doesn’t just stay in your head—it shows up in your stomach, your heart, and even your energy levels? There’s a reason for that, and it all comes back to the vagus nerve. This incredible nerve is your body’s reset button, but for so many of us, it’s running on “low power mode.” That’s why stress lingers, digestion falters, and energy feels elusive.In this week's episode, we’re exploring how the vagus nerve connects your gut, brain, and heart—literally shaping how you respond to life’s challenges. From calming inflammation to boosting mental clarity and improving digestion, this nerve is the key to unlocking resilience. And the best part? Learning how to activate it doesn’t require fancy tools or time-consuming routines—just a few simple changes that fit into your life right now.Joining me is Dr. Navaz Habib, a Doctor of Chiropractic and Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner specializing in optimizing the body’s autonomic nervous system and its connection to overall health. Author of Activate Your Vagus Nerve, Dr. Habib has a background in clinical practice and a passion for empowering patients through science. We Also Discuss:(00:00) Finding Wellness Through Functional Medicine (08:19) Discovering the Vagus Nerve Function (13:34) Understanding the Gut-Brain Connection (28:30) Raising Creative Children and Monitoring Inflammation (35:25) Activating the Vagus Nerve Response (46:52) Healing Through Vagus Nerve Activation (01:01:59) Ancient Rituals for Health and Resilience (01:10:34) Electrical Vagus Nerve Stimulation Benefits (01:22:19) Optimizing Health Through Ancient WisdomThank you to our sponsorOne Skin: Get 15% off your first order with the code MONA at oneskin.co/MONAAncient Nutrition: Right now, Ancient Nutrition is offering 25% off your first order when you go to AncientNutrition.com/MONA. Learn more about Mona Sharma:Website: www.monasharma.comInstagram: @monasharmaSHOP NOW: Cymbiotika.com/Monasharma Learn More about Navaz Habib Website: https://www.drnavazhabib.com/ Instagram: @drnavazhabib 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.

Feb 5, 2025 • 1h 9min

37. Wellness Myths That Are Making You Sick + What to do About It with Dr. Mike Stone

Have you ever felt like the healthcare system focuses more on managing illness than building true health? What if we could combine the best of modern medicine with the wisdom of ancient practices to create a personalized, sustainable approach to wellness?In today’s episode of Rooted in Wellness, I’m joined by Dr. Mike Stone, a former emergency physician who made the bold move to leave traditional ER medicine and embrace integrative care. Together, we explore his inspiring journey and the lessons he’s learned about health, longevity, and living with purpose.We discuss how the healthcare system often prioritizes treating symptoms over addressing root causes, why personalized care matters, and what it really takes to thrive in today’s world. From the role of sleep and stress in chronic disease to the importance of fostering community and connection, this conversation is packed with actionable insights.If you’re ready to move beyond quick fixes and discover a more balanced approach to health, this episode will leave you inspired and motivated to take charge of your well-being!Tune in now to learn how Dr. Stone is redefining what it means to be truly well—and how you can, too.We Also Discuss:(00:08) Ancient Wisdom in Modern Wellness (17:27) Challenges in Modern Healthcare System (27:27) Modern Health Challenges and Lifestyle Choices (44:41) Holistic Approach to Integrative Healthcare (59:30) Integrated Approaches to Personal Wellness (01:09:50) Empowering Chronic Wellness Collaborations Thank You to Our Sponsors:Oneskin: Get 15% off your first order with the code MONA at oneskin.co/MONALearn more about Mona Sharma:Website: www.monasharma.comInstagram: @monasharmaLearn more about Dr. Mike Stone: Website: https://mikestonemd.com/ Instagram: @mikestonemdDownload 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.

Jan 29, 2025 • 1h 29min

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