Hey loves,
welcome back to another episode of the podcast.
Thank you for your patience this week on chats and check-ins.
As I mentioned in the community chat,
we got hit with a crazy storm on Sunday and the town I live
in is in Michigan got hit with a small tornado and we lost power
for about three days, but we're back up and running now.
So I am super excited to dive into your questions for this episode.
So let's dive right into it here.
The first question was,
what kind of tests or supplements would you recommend for a vegan who doesn't
have an illness? Great question.
In terms of supplements for a vegan,
I would look into bioavailable B12 and algae-based
DHA and EGF. An
algae-based DHA supplement since vegan diets lack fish oil,
a trace mineral supplement like Shilajit or fulvic acid to
replenish ketones. minerals lost due to soil depletion,
and probably also an amino acid complex.
Some vegans struggle with getting enough of the full amino acid spectrum,
so a high-quality amino acid blend can be really helpful here.
But remember, the key is always to always bioavailability.
It's not just about taking a supplement,
but making sure your body can actually use it.
That's why, ultimately, I advocate against veganism.
There is no supplement on earth that will be as well-absorbed as simply eating
a piece of skin.
I, myself, was a vegan for four years, so I completely understand the reasons
behind it, but humans were biologically meant to eat meat.
So, inevitably, you're going to see imbalances as a vegan,
no matter what supplements you take. Okay, next question
was, what types of workouts are best while treating rheumatoid arthritis without
stressing the joints? So, with RA,
the goal is to keep moving without creating more inflammation or wear
on your joints. Gentle,
low-impact movement is your best friend here.
My top recommendations are rebounding on a mini-trampoline.
This also helps to support lymphatic drainage and circulation without putting too much
stress on the joints. Qi Gong and Pilates.
Tai Chi, which are both incredible for reducing inflammation and calming the nervous system.
Water-based exercises are great, like swimming or aqua aerobics.
Pilates or gentle yoga are awesome,
they focus on mobility and stability rather than intense You stretching or
deep poses that could aggravate the joints.
And lastly, strength training with resistance bands,
but only if you feel up to it. So instead of heavyweights,
resistance bands provide that controlled movement that strengthens muscles around the joints
without excess strength. Most importantly,
listen to your body here. Movement should feel nourishing,
not depleting. Okay,
next question was, what's your opinion on consuming blood in meat?
My mom swears by soaking beef to remove blood.
But I feel like that would remove the iron.
You are absolutely right here.
The blood in meat is actually myoglobin,
which is rich in iron, B vitamins,
and amino acids. When you soak or rinse meat excessively,
you're literally washing away those toxins. I personally believe in keeping as much
of that nutrient density as possible.
Traditional cultures actually prized blood-rich meats for their strength-building
and nourishing properties.
In fact, some of the most iron-rich foods,
like liver and spleen, contain blood and heme iron in its most bioavailable
form. So unless there's a specific reason,
like religious or cultural practices,
I personally wouldn't drain it. Okay, next question.
What do you think of Nutrafol for hair growth?
Is there something else you recommend for hair shedding?
So Nutrafol is okay, but I personally think there are better,
more bioavailable options out there.
The two supplements I recommend that I swear by are first,
Oystermax capsules, which you've all heard me talk about probably a million times by
now. Oysters are one of the most potent sources of zinc,
selenium, and bioavailable copper,
all of which are essential for not only strong hair but really
solid thyroid function. I also love the supplement Mane Magic
by Organic Olivia. This is a powerful blend of herbs that support circulation to
the scalp and nourish the hair from the inside out.
It's also really good for supporting hormonal balance.
I will go ahead and link both of these in the notes below if
you want to check them out. But also remember,
hair loss is a sign of deeper imbalances,
stress, thyroid issues, or even poor lymphatic drainage.
looking beyond supplements and addressing why the shedding is happening
in the first place, which we are actively doing right now with your protocol
and root cause work. So, consider these other supplements kind of a bonus if
you want to try them. They can be helpful, but what we're already doing
is also going to be addressing the root causes of why that shedding is
happening in the first place. Alright, your next question was,
what are symptoms of poor lymphatic drainage and what do you think of the
new Cellcor products? So some very common signs of sluggish
lymphatic drainage include puffy face in the morning is a big one,
swollen lymph nodes, especially around the neck,
armpits or groin area,
cellulite that won't budge is another big one,
chronic fatigue or brain fog,
and also skin issues like acne,
rashes, or just general dullness.
My all-time favorite supplement for lymphatic stimulation is Lymph- excuse me,
LymphActive by Cellcor. Also, saunas,
daily movement, dry brushing, are all really helpful to get the lymphatic
system moving. Our lymphatic system needs to be pumped manually,
so if you aren't sweating, if you aren't moving your body,
a lot of that stagnation is going to build up.
up over time. As for the new Cellcor products,
I am planning to muscle test for them, yes.
They're mitoactive, looks interesting,
but whether anyone can benefit from it really depends on their unique
bioenergetic profile. So,
the core supplements from Cellcor that most people test strong for
are their binders, their paraproducts, and their drainage products.
The rest of their products are kind of a bonus,
and they're a little bit more niche,
so not everyone is going to take test strong for those.
A good example of this is their IFC,
which stands for Inflamma Control. This is something I implement for inflammatory flare-ups,
but it's not a first step in a protocol,
and most clients don't really ever test strong for it.
But yes, I will be implementing testing for all of their new products in
my muscle testing guide. All right.
Your last question was, does celiac disease have a root cause?
The answer to this, in my opinion,
is yes, and one of the biggest overlooked factors is
glyphosate exposure. Glyphosate is the active ingredient in
Roundup, and research suggests it plays a massive role
in gut permeability and gluten intolerance.
Here's why. First,
Roundup disrupts the gut microbiome.
Glyphosate is a patented antibiotic that literally wipes out beneficial
bacteria like Lactobacillus and Bifidobacteria,
which are absolutely essential. essential to digest gluten in the first place.
This can lead to dysbiosis and a leaky gut.
Second, Glyphosate actually chelates essential minerals in the body.
It binds to zinc, magnesium,
and iron. And these minerals are crucial for digestion and
immune regulation. A deficiency in these can worsen autoimmune responses
to gluten. Lastly,
Glyphosate mimics Glycine in the body.
So some researchers believe that Glyphosate can be mistakenly incorporated
into proteins in the body, which disrupts enzymes that,
again, help break down gluten. So there's a lot of research coming out
showing that there is a huge correlation there.
And I do find that when I work with some celiac clients,
the more drainage and detox work we do,
the more we remove that glyphosate buildup from the body,
the less their reactions. the
less severe their reactions to gluten become.
And this is also why so many people suddenly develop gluten intolerance,
even if they didn't have an issue before. It's less about the gluten,
the gluten itself and more about the damaged gut lining and toxic load that
makes the body react. All right,
that wraps up today's episode. As always,
I love having these conversations with you and I hope this helped answer some
of your questions. If you have any questions,
feel more,
keep sending them in via your check-in forms and chat portal anytime. And ultimately,
remember, your body wants to heal.
When you remove the blocks, restore the foundations,
and listen to your intuition, healing is inevitable.
Sending you all so much love. I hope you have a great weekend and
I'll talk to you soon. Bye-bye.
