The Wellness Mama Podcast

In a lively chat with Sara Banta, a health podcast host and supplement company founder, listeners uncover the surprising truth about foods and their role in fat storage. Sara reveals how alcohol triggers fat retention and debunks myths around calories, emphasizing that not all are created equal. She explores the importance of mitochondrial health, whole food proteins, and highlights both fat-burning foods like olive oil and wild meats, and harmful fats from processed oils. A must-listen for anyone keen on optimizing their diet for better health!

Episode Highlights With Sara BantaWhy the liver is so important and why it might be sluggish even if you don’t realize itSymptoms related to liver sluggishnessWhy detoxing is mandatory in today’s world Everything has to go through the liver, and how to know if yours is sluggishWhat sulfur foods (broccoli, cabbage, onions, garlic, etc.) do to the body and when you can’t process themAll the things that can harm the liverImportance of digestive enzymes and how they can help the liverWhy most adults and ¼ of children have fatty liver diseaseA reason to rethink spinach, kale, and greens Top foods and supplements that support the liverHow to do an accelerated liver cleanse Supplements to boost fat burning naturally The three baby steps to start supporting your liverResources We MentionSara Banta Health - WebsiteLiver CleanseHealthy Gut - Digestive Enzymes

Episode Highlights With CalocurbWhat GLP-1 is and what it does in the bodyGLP-1 activation drugs and what is going on in the body when people take themWhat semaglutide is and how it impacts the bodyThe difference between semaglutide and the natural GLP-1 that our bodies makeHormone effects throughout the body from GLP-1 drugs and what we still don’t knowHow GLP-1 drugs can affect insulin levels and sensitivity and possibly feedback on natural production of these hormonesFactors that might impact the body’s natural production of GLP-1His theory on things that might suppress the body’s natural production of GLP-1The research he did with the New Zealand government related to GLP-1Plant-based compounds he has researched that can help trigger natural GLP-1 production His research on these compounds in women and the fascinating things he foundWays we can naturally stimulate this hormone production through natural food-based substancesHow bitterness is correlated with an increase in GLP-1 productionThe amazing stats on the GLP-1 injectables and what we know about what happens when people stop taking itHow people are using these natural plant extracts to taper off the injectables How to dose natural compounds for the most effect on GLP-1Potential side effects of these natural compounds Other lifestyle factors we can change that help support the body in natural GLP-1 productionWhy this product is particularly good for womenTheir continued research in post-menopausal womenResources We MentionCalocurb - Use code wellnessmama for a discount

Brian Johnson, a licensed general contractor and healthy home builder, shares expert insights on creating healthier living environments. He highlights the importance of indoor air quality, discussing the impact of building materials and ventilation. Johnson also delves into reducing electromagnetic fields (EMFs) in homes, revealing practical mitigation strategies. He emphasizes water quality, urging listeners to test their home water and consider filtration systems for better health. Tune in for manageable tips that make a significant impact on home wellness!

Episode Highlights With Patrick SullivanMy experience with leg cramps, especially during pregnancyPatrick’s experience with leg crampsThe two different types of leg cramps and the root cause of eachWhat is the difference between leg cramps during exercise and at other times, and why is this differentIs potassium deficiency the root problem? Why it sometimes isn’t How calcium and magnesium work in tandem with each other and why the right balance is importantWhy the modern lifestyle has led to so much magnesium deficiencyMost of us don’t get close to the minimum daily requirement of magnesiumThe easiest way to know if you might be deficient in magnesiumWhy it’s tough to fix magnesium deficiency with food in the modern worldThe thousands of reasons that the body needs magnesium: at least 3,751, to be exact!How magnesium is needed for ATP productionThe richest dietary sources of magnesiumMinimum vs optimal intake of magnesium per dayLifestyle factors and drugs that deplete the body of magnesiumUnderstanding vitamin D, sunshine, and magnesiumMagnesium and pregnancy and why magnesium is extra helpfulResources We MentionJigsaw Health MagSRT - Use code wellness10 for a discountJigsaw Health MagSoothe - Use code wellness10 for a discountDrug Muggers by Suzy CohenDminder app

Episode Highlights With Dr. Olga StevkoShe is an identical twin and was born on February 29th so her birthday only comes every four years!Her twin sister is also a medical doctor The common patterns people experience when they have sleep issuesHow quickly addressing unconscious programs can resolve even chronic and deep issuesSpecific things we can do to improve sleepWhat the Instant Sleep Technique is, and how to do itResources We MentionDr. Olga Stevko - Website

Episode Highlights With Dr. Olga StevkoWhy having a strong and pleasant-sounding voice is so importantMy own story of working on my voice with Dr. OlgaHow genetic and generational events can impact us, even biologically, and how she addresses these The way she uses quality of voice to help determine what her clients are struggling withWhat unconscious drawings are and how she uses this in her therapeutic approachThe unexpected places where unconscious programs can affect our livesResources We MentionDr. Olga Stevko - Website

Episode Highlights With Dr. Marty MakaryWhat we need to know about allergens and our kidsWhy we are seeing an epidemic of allergies in kids that isn’t happening in other parts of the worldWhere the misinformation about peanut allergies came fromThe basic concept of immune tolerance that experts ignored and why early exposure can be helpfulWhat we need to know about responsible antibiotic use in our kidsAdopting a more informed and balanced understanding of health for our kids' sakeResearch-backed best practices around childbirth when possibleHow skin-to-skin contact with mom immediately after birth can even improve the brain of the babyWhat to know about nutrition and the things we accept about raising kids that are worth questioning The data about screen usage and added sugar in kids and when these become safer for kids' brainsResources We MentionBlind Spots: When Medicine Gets It Wrong, and What It Means for Our Health by Marty Makary, MDMarty Makary, MD - WebsiteReady Set Food

Dr. Martin Makary, a medical doctor and author known for his insights into healthcare and human behavior, delves into why we resist new ideas, particularly in health. He discusses the concept of dogma and how our biases shape beliefs. Learn about the importance of impeccable objectivity and the need to question unquestioned authority. Makary also tackles myths around hormone therapy and nutrition, including surprising facts about heart disease and seed oils, urging listeners to rethink their dietary habits for better health outcomes.

Episode Highlights With Eli HarwoodHow to tell if your relationship with your child is secure or insecureWays to strengthen the attachment with your childAttachment is like a dance and how this is helpful to understand A strong attachment with parent/child only depends on us being responsive and “getting it right” 30-50% of the timeThis is not a perfection game… it's about showing up enough so our kids know we are there for them and leaders in repair when we don’t show up perfectly The things every kid needs to hear from their parentsDoes your child have a feeling or a message from you that they feel that their presence is delightful The importance of making sure our kids hear and feel things along the lines of: I love having you near me, I got you, your pain is not a burden to me, I believe in you, you got this, and I’m sorryWays to help our children feel safe opening up even about the hard things and big feelings at various agesWhat attachment transfer is and why it mattersSpecific advice for navigating the teen years The distinction between your feelings matter and they don’t always dictate the situationResources We MentionEli Harwood - WebsiteRaising Securely Attached Kids: Using Connection-Focused Parenting to Create Confidence, Empathy, and Resilience (Attachment Nerd) by Eli Harwood